Proença-a-Nova: population and statistics
Proença-a-Nova has a population of 6,960 (2025) across 395.4 km², or 17.6 people per km². It ranks 220 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +1.1% between 2021 and 2025.
- 6,960 residents
- 395.4 km²
- 18 people/km²
- 459 m
Key points
Among the 11 municipalities in Castelo Branco, Proença-a-Nova ranks No. 6 by population.
Owner-occupied usual residences: 88.5% in Proença-a-Nova, compared with an average of 76.9% in Castelo Branco and 69.8% nationally.
Population aged 65 and over: 39.1% in Proença-a-Nova, compared with an average of 31.1% in Castelo Branco and 23.3% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 17.2% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 35° generates about 1,578 kWh a year here.
Proença-a-Nova in numbers
Where is Proença-a-Nova?
Population of Proença-a-Nova over time
Proença-a-Nova had 6,886 residents in 2021 and 6,960 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,886 |
| 2022 | 6,954 |
| 2023 | 6,946 |
| 2024 | 6,953 |
| 2025 | 6,960 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Castelo Branco for “Usual residences without heating”.
- “Owner-occupied usual residences”: higher than in 95% of municipalities.
- “Population aged 65 and over”: higher than in 94% of municipalities.
- “Overnight stays in tourist accommodation”: lower than in 91% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 55,378 football pitches.
- Its population density is 7.0 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Sertã (15,081 residents), 17 km away.
All indicators for Proença-a-Nova
Value for the municipality, then the regional average and the national median (for counts: regional and national totals). The gauge places the municipality between the lowest and highest value in the country.
Population
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 39.1% | 31.1% | 26.9% | ranked 19 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 9.0% | 10.8% | 11.7% | ranked 273 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 434.8 | – | 229.9 | ranked 24 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 17.6 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 251 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 1.07% | – | 4.50% | ranked 237 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 5,909 | 116,715 | 3,573,416 | ranked 199 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 11.6% | 13.8% | 12.8% | ranked 180 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 16.4% | 14.3% | 16.8% | ranked 168 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 17.1% | 16.5% | 14.2% | ranked 82 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 6,537 | 152,205 | 5,970,677 | ranked 203 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 43.9% | 33.5% | 25.8% | ranked 36 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 8.3% | 13.8% | 13.1% | ranked 287 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 88.5% | 76.9% | 77.8% | ranked 14 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 6.5% | 16.8% | 13.6% | ranked 279 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 14.4% | 34.3% | 13.8% | ranked 145 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 569 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 259 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 13.5% | 9.8% | 18.6% | ranked 219 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 18.9% | 15.2% | 12.6% | ranked 102 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 3,267 kWh/inh. | 5,524 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 211 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 831 | 21,319 | 1,510,274 | ranked 239 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 119.6 | 114.3 | 128.1 | ranked 204 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 10,466 € | 10,949 € | 10,553 € | ranked 162 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 75.0 | 85.6 | 79.5 | ranked 202 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 5.8% | 6.5% | 7.0% | ranked 217 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,289 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 130 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 6,323 | 845,777 | 82,011,658 | ranked 278 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 90.9 | 448.0 | 275.0 | ranked 254 of 306 |
Education
| Indicator | Proença-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 12.7% | 17.3% | 13.2% | ranked 168 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Proença-a-Nova
Business sectors: Proença-a-Nova
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade17.2% ×1.2
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing14.9% ×1.9
- Construction12.6% ×1.8
- Manufacturing10.3% ×2.3
- Administrative and support services9.1% ×0.6
- Accommodation and food services8.2% ×1.0
- Health and social work7.5% ×1.0
- Professional, scientific and technical6.0% ×0.6
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Proença-a-Nova?
Proença-a-Nova has 6,960 residents (2025), ranking 220 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Proença-a-Nova?
Proença-a-Nova covers 395.4 km², with a density of 18 people per km².
Is the population of Proença-a-Nova growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Proença-a-Nova went from 6,886 to 6,960, a change of +1.1%.
Where is Proença-a-Nova?
Proença-a-Nova is in Castelo Branco. Latitude 39.750, longitude −7.917.
Owner-occupied usual residences: what is the figure for Proença-a-Nova?
In Proença-a-Nova, “Owner-occupied usual residences” stands at 88.5% (2021), ranking 14 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 77.8%.
Population aged 65 and over: what is the figure for Proença-a-Nova?
In Proença-a-Nova, “Population aged 65 and over” stands at 39.1% (2025), ranking 19 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 26.9%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Proença-a-Nova?
In Proença-a-Nova, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 35° produces about 1,578 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Proença-a-Nova?
The nearest to Proença-a-Nova are Sertã (17 km), Oleiros (19 km), Vila de Rei (21 km), Mação (23 km), Vila Velha de Ródão (24 km).
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