Composite profile
Overall score
76/100
Use the Lund profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and country-level context alongside Malmö and Copenhagen.
Overall76/100
Affordability65/100
Air quality80/100
Energy80/100
Sweden / Northern Europe
Lund, Sweden City Intelligence
Lund is a southern Swedish university metro near Malmö, with research, life-sciences, and tech-services activity that shapes a compact urban profile. Lund is a northern europe city of about ~0.13M metro in Sweden. On the composite city-intelligence score, Lund sits around the indexed median (76/100).
- Last updated
- 2026-05-16
- Data year
- 2025
- Population
- ~0.13M metro
Image credit: Image: Anton Holmquist Soasta / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
Overall city intelligence
Good76/100
Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.
Data confidence
Directional
Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.
Verified utility layers
See country hub
Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.
Lund data table
The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 76/100 | Composite score across major city intelligence modules. |
| Cost of Living | 65/100 | Lund's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies. |
| Air Quality | 80/100 | Lund's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated. |
| Energy | 80/100 | Lund's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context. |
| Safety | 76/100 | Lund's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available. |
| Internet Speed | 78/100 | Lund's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references. |
| Climate Risk | 76/100 | Lund's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity. |
| Resilience | 76/100 | Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context. |
Safety
Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.
Safety
Overall safety90/100
Low crime93/100
Personal safety92/100
Night safety87/100
Road safety86/100
Lund ranks in the upper tier of our safety index (90/100), with strong personal-safety and low night-time indicators.
Quality of Life
A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.
Quality of Life
Quality of life83/100
Healthcare94/100
Education90/100
Green space54/100
Cleanliness96/100
Infrastructure96/100
Mobility72/100
Lund has a very high quality-of-life estimate (83/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, public transport, cleanliness and infrastructure.
Family Friendliness
How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.
Family Friendliness
Family friendliness84/100
Education90/100
Green space54/100
Overall safety90/100
Lund scores very high for family living (84/100), helped by education access, safety and healthcare.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Digital nomad suitability81/100
Walkability82/100
Cycling78/100
Infrastructure96/100
Lund is very high for remote workers (81/100), based on connectivity, affordability, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
Retirement Suitability
Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.
Retirement Suitability
Retirement suitability81/100
Healthcare94/100
Cleanliness96/100
Outdoor lifestyle27/100
Lund is very high for retirement (81/100), appealing for healthcare access, affordability and a clean environment.
Emergency and public safety in Lund
Local public safety guidance for Lund, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.
For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Lund, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the Sweden emergency profile, which currently lists no verified national contacts.
Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.
Healthcare and hospitals in Lund
Healthcare context for Lund, with national-level information from Sweden where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.
For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Lund, see the Sweden healthcare profile, which currently lists no verified national healthcare information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.
Transport and mobility in Lund
Local mobility context for Lund, with national-level context from Sweden where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.
For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Lund, see the Sweden transport profile, which currently lists no verified national transport information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.
Air quality dataset
Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Lund. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.
Air quality dataset for Lund
Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025
Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location
Source-attributed values for Lund will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.
| Metric | Value | Data year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location. | ||
Data provenance
Source attributionGlobal City Intelligence — air-quality dataset
Verified data unavailable- Publisher
- Global City Intelligence
- Last verified
- 2026-05-16
The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).
Methodology and context
Numeric measurements appear in this section only after they are sourced from accepted official publishers. The dataset is independently validated at build time; malformed records cannot ship to production.
- Scoring methodology — how indicators across the platform are constructed.
- Data sources registry — the official sources cited by verified datasets.
- Open the Lund air-quality module
- Browse the clean-air city collection
Quick answers
Quick, evidence-based answers about Lund drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.
Quick answers about Lund
Is Lund worth visiting?
Yes — excellent quality of life (83/100), with nearby nature such as Soderasen National Park, Dalby Söderskog National Park.
Is Lund good for families?
Excellent (84/100) on safety, schools and green space.
Is Lund affordable?
More affordable than average; about SEK 18,100/month for one person (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Lund?
Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.
What are Lund's main industries?
Mainly technology, manufacturing, research.
What is the climate in Lund?
A subarctic climate, averaging about 4.2°C.
Does Lund have universities?
Higher education is strong (72/100).
What is healthcare like in Lund?
Healthcare access is strong (74/100).
Is Lund good for retirement?
Retirement suitability is strong (70/100).
What nature is near Lund?
Within ~170 km: Soderasen National Park, Dalby Söderskog National Park.
Explore Lund modules
City pages link to module and ranking pages so crawlers can move through the topic cluster naturally.
Cost of Living in Lund
Lund's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality in Lund
Lund's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy in Lund
Lund's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety in Lund
Lund's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed in Lund
Lund's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk in Lund
Lund's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
City rankings
Compare this city against other indexed cities in crawlable ranking tables.
Cost of living in Lund
Cost of living estimates for Lund — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.
Climate in Lund
Climate profile for Lund — Subarctic climate, annual average 4.2°C, comfort score 59/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.
Economy and jobs in Lund
Economy and jobs profile for Lund — regional center, economy score 83/100, key industries including technology, manufacturing, research. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.
Universities and education in Lund
Education profile for Lund — regional education center, education score 67/100, 4 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.
Healthcare and retirement in Lund
Healthcare and retirement profile for Lund — regional healthcare center, healthcare score 74/100, retirement score 70/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.
Visual guide to Lund
Source-attributed visual context for Lund using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.
Weekend trip planning guide for Lund
Weekend trip planning checklist for Lund — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.
Nearby weekend places from Lund
Source-backed nearby place records for local-first weekend planning, with verification status, official source links, Wikidata identity, and visual context.
Estimate a monthly budget for Lund
Estimate a monthly budget for Lund using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.
Plan a trip budget for Lund
Plan a trip budget for Lund using your own accommodation, food, local transport, activities, travel, healthcare buffer, and emergency buffer inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official travel cost estimate.
Nearby cities from Lund
Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Lund. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.
Malmö, Sweden
Same region · about 19 km from Lund. Explore Malmö's city intelligence profile.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Cross-border · about 38 km from Lund. Explore Copenhagen's city intelligence profile.
Frederiksberg, Denmark
Cross-border · about 42 km from Lund. Explore Frederiksberg's city intelligence profile.
Helsingborg, Sweden
Nearby city · about 48 km from Lund. Explore Helsingborg's city intelligence profile.
Helsingor, Denmark
Cross-border · about 52 km from Lund. Explore Helsingor's city intelligence profile.
Roskilde, Denmark
Cross-border · about 71 km from Lund. Explore Roskilde's city intelligence profile.
Halmstad, Sweden
Same region · about 109 km from Lund. Explore Halmstad's city intelligence profile.
Stralsund, Germany
Cross-border · about 156 km from Lund. Explore Stralsund's city intelligence profile.
Karlskrona, Sweden
Same region · about 161 km from Lund. Explore Karlskrona's city intelligence profile.
Växjö, Sweden
Same region · about 164 km from Lund. Explore Växjö's city intelligence profile.
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Lund FAQ
Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Lund, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.
Frequently asked questions about Lund
Is Lund worth visiting?
Lund has a very high quality-of-life estimate (83/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, public transport, cleanliness and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as Soderasen National Park, Dalby Söderskog National Park and Ven within weekend range.
What is it like to live in Lund?
Lund has a very high quality-of-life estimate (83/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, public transport, cleanliness and infrastructure. It indexes 83/100 for overall quality of life.
How much does it cost to live in Lund?
A single resident of Lund spends roughly SEK 18,100 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near SEK 9,630. Overall the city is more affordable than average for Sweden. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.
What should I know about moving to Lund?
Plan for below-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Lund is very high for remote workers (81/100), based on connectivity, affordability, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
What is the job market like in Lund?
Lund's labour market is very strong, with opportunities concentrated in technology, manufacturing and healthcare. Lund has a regional economy with strengths in technology, manufacturing and research.
Is Lund good for digital nomads and remote work?
Lund offers strong infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 89/100.
What are the education options in Lund?
Lund is a regional education center with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Economics, Social Sciences and Engineering.
Is Lund a good place to study?
Lund offers a strong student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, relatively affordable living and strong quality of life.
What is healthcare like in Lund?
Lund has a regional healthcare center, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 74/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.
Is Lund a good place to retire?
Lund offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 70/100. Residents benefit from walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.
What is the climate like in Lund?
Lund has a subarctic climate, averaging about 4.2°C annually with roughly 600 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jan.
Is Lund a safe place to live?
Lund ranks in the upper tier of our safety index (90/100), with strong personal-safety and low night-time indicators.
How easy is it to get around Lund?
Lund indexes a walkability score of 82 and a cycling score of 78 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.
What nature and outdoor places are near Lund?
Nature destinations within about 170 km of Lund include Soderasen National Park, Dalby Söderskog National Park and Ven. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.
Is Lund good for families?
Lund scores very high for family living (84/100), helped by education access, safety and healthcare.
What outdoor activities are there around Lund?
Lund rates 27/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 54/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Soderasen National Park, Dalby Söderskog National Park and Ven supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.
Interpretation
Use the Lund profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and country-level context alongside Malmö and Copenhagen. Its standout dimensions are air quality (80/100) and energy (80/100). The area most worth watching is cost of living (65/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.
Country context is available on the Sweden country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Lund appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.
Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.
Sources
4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.
- UN-Habitat: World Cities Report 2024
Used as a policy and methodology reference for urban exposure and resilience signals.
- European Environment Agency: Air Quality Status Report
Used where European city comparisons need monitored air-quality context.
- NASA: NASA POWER
Used as an energy-resource and weather-normalization reference.
- IPCC: AR6 WGII Chapter 6: Cities, settlements and key infrastructure
Used to explain urban climate vulnerability and adaptation scoring logic.