Vila Nova de Cerveira: population and statistics
Vila Nova de Cerveira has a population of 10,051 (2025) across 108.5 km², or 92.7 people per km². It ranks 188 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +10.2% between 2021 and 2025.
- 10,051 residents
- 108.5 km²
- 93 people/km²
- 120 m
Key points
Among the 10 municipalities in Viana do Castelo, Vila Nova de Cerveira ranks No. 8 by population.
Usual residences with central heating: 36.4% in Vila Nova de Cerveira, compared with an average of 31.4% in Viana do Castelo and 13.8% nationally.
Buildings built since 2001: 24.0% in Vila Nova de Cerveira, compared with an average of 19.4% in Viana do Castelo and 17.3% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 16.6% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 34° generates about 1,382 kWh a year here.
Vila Nova de Cerveira in numbers
Where is Vila Nova de Cerveira?
Population of Vila Nova de Cerveira over time
Vila Nova de Cerveira had 9,122 residents in 2021 and 10,051 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 9,122 |
| 2022 | 9,691 |
| 2023 | 9,960 |
| 2024 | 10,102 |
| 2025 | 10,051 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Viana do Castelo for “Buildings built since 2001”.
- “Usual residences with central heating”: higher than in 95% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 15,192 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Valença (15,699 residents), 13 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 5,528 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
All indicators for Vila Nova de Cerveira
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 | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 25.5% | 28.0% | 26.9% | ranked 177 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 11.1% | 11.4% | 11.7% | ranked 183 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 229.9 | – | 229.9 | ranked 154 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 92.7 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 130 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 10.18% | – | 4.50% | ranked 46 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 5,632 | 123,631 | 3,573,416 | ranked 202 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 14.3% | 10.8% | 12.8% | ranked 121 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 24.0% | 19.4% | 16.8% | ranked 37 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 11.2% | 13.1% | 14.2% | ranked 228 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 6,214 | 155,259 | 5,970,677 | ranked 209 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 32.0% | 29.0% | 25.8% | ranked 112 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 11.3% | 10.8% | 13.1% | ranked 213 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 80.7% | 77.8% | 77.8% | ranked 105 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 13.0% | 15.2% | 13.6% | ranked 166 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 10.1% | 21.4% | 13.8% | ranked 185 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 1,037 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 163 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 16.7% | 21.2% | 18.6% | ranked 179 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 36.4% | 31.4% | 12.6% | ranked 15 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 6,402 kWh/inh. | 5,017 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 35 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 1,261 | 33,345 | 1,510,274 | ranked 199 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 126.6 | 138.0 | 128.1 | ranked 167 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 10,115 € | 10,704 € | 10,553 € | ranked 192 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 82.6 | 82.6 | 79.5 | ranked 130 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 5.8% | 6.0% | 7.0% | ranked 217 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,417 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 61 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 71,544 | 1,031,079 | 82,011,658 | ranked 116 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 710.0 | 422.3 | 275.0 | ranked 61 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 8.2% | – | 18.4% | ranked 139 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Cerveira | Viana do Castelo | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 13.8% | 15.8% | 13.2% | ranked 135 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Vila Nova de Cerveira
Business sectors: Vila Nova de Cerveira
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade16.6% ×1.2
- Administrative and support services12.8% ×0.8
- Construction12.5% ×1.8
- Accommodation and food services11.6% ×1.4
- Professional, scientific and technical8.3% ×0.8
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing6.7% ×0.8
- Manufacturing6.5% ×1.4
- Transport and storage5.1% ×1.4
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Vila Nova de Cerveira?
Vila Nova de Cerveira has 10,051 residents (2025), ranking 188 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Vila Nova de Cerveira?
Vila Nova de Cerveira covers 108.5 km², with a density of 93 people per km².
Is the population of Vila Nova de Cerveira growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Vila Nova de Cerveira went from 9,122 to 10,051, a change of +10.2%.
Where is Vila Nova de Cerveira?
Vila Nova de Cerveira is in Viana do Castelo. Latitude 41.933, longitude −8.733.
Usual residences with central heating: what is the figure for Vila Nova de Cerveira?
In Vila Nova de Cerveira, “Usual residences with central heating” stands at 36.4% (2021), ranking 15 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 12.6%.
Buildings built since 2001: what is the figure for Vila Nova de Cerveira?
In Vila Nova de Cerveira, “Buildings built since 2001” stands at 24.0% (2021), ranking 37 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 16.8%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Vila Nova de Cerveira?
In Vila Nova de Cerveira, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 34° produces about 1,382 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Vila Nova de Cerveira?
The nearest to Vila Nova de Cerveira are Valença (13 km), Caminha (14 km), Paredes de Coura (14 km), Ponte de Lima (22 km), Monção (26 km).
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