Question 1

What is the population of Béthune?

Accepted Answer

The commune of Béthune has 25,342 inhabitants per the INSEE census.

Question 2

Are there natural risks in Béthune?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Béthune is exposed to 9 natural risk(s): Affaissement minier, Effet de surpression, Effet thermique, Effet toxique, Effondrements localisés, Mouvement de terrain, Risque industriel, Séisme, Transport de marchandises dangereuses. Source: Géorisques / GASPAR.

Question 3

What is the energy performance of homes in Béthune?

Accepted Answer

Out of 2,589 ADEME EPCs available in Béthune, the most common label is D. 4% are rated A or B.

Question 4

What is the crime rate in Béthune?

Accepted Answer

In 2025, the crime rate in Béthune was 68.4 offences per 1,000 inhabitants (burglaries, theft, violence, vandalism). Source: SSMSI / French Ministry of the Interior.

Question 5

Is the tap water safe to drink in Béthune?

Accepted Answer

Tap water in Béthune is compliant with quality standards. Source: ARS / Hub'eau. (1481 analyses over 12 months)

Question 6

What is the air quality in Béthune?

Accepted Answer

According to LCSQA stations (5-year mean) in Béthune: PM2.5 : 10.2 µg/m³, NO₂ : 11.3 µg/m³, PM10 : 16.4 µg/m³. Source: LCSQA / Géod'air.