Question 1

What is the population of Firminy?

Accepted Answer

The commune of Firminy has 17,128 inhabitants per the INSEE census.

Question 2

Are there natural risks in Firminy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Firminy is exposed to 17 natural risk(s): Affaissement minier, Affaissements et effondrements d'origine anthropique (anciennes carrières souterraines, hors mines), Effondrements localisés, Engins de guerre, Feu de forêt, Glissement de terrain, Inondation, Mouvement de terrain, Par ruissellement et coulée de boue, Par une crue torrentielle ou à montée rapide de cours d'eau, Phénomène lié à l'atmosphère, Radon, Rupture de barrage, Séisme, Tassements, Tassements différentiels, Tempête et grains (vent). Source: Géorisques / GASPAR.

Question 3

What is the energy performance of homes in Firminy?

Accepted Answer

Out of 519 ADEME EPCs available in Firminy, the most common label is D. 6% are rated A or B.

Question 4

What is the crime rate in Firminy?

Accepted Answer

In 2025, the crime rate in Firminy was 53.6 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 Firminy?

Accepted Answer

Tap water in Firminy is compliant with quality standards. Source: ARS / Hub'eau. (1856 analyses over 12 months)

Question 6

What is the air quality in Firminy?

Accepted Answer

According to LCSQA stations (5-year mean) in Firminy: PM2.5 : 8.8 µg/m³, NO₂ : 19.5 µg/m³, PM10 : 15.3 µg/m³. Source: LCSQA / Géod'air.