Study: 12% of Young Women in Austria Suffer Partner Violence
Around 12% of women in Austria aged 15-19 have faced physical or sexual violence from a male partner at least once in their lives.
Austria on Track for 100% Renewable Electricity by 2040
Renewable energy already accounted for 87.6% of the country’s domestic electricity production in 2023, according to the Ministry of Energy.
Vienna: Low Rents, High Property Prices
Municipal housing and older buildings help keep the average rent down to €10.50 per sq m, though prices for new rentals are higher.
Few Women in Full-Time Ambulance Roles, Says Red Cross
There are just 17 women compared to 92 men in the organisation’s rescue service, with a similar situation in Vienna’s city-run rescue service.
One in Five Viennese Prefer Home Holidays
Among those who remain in Vienna, nearly two-thirds prioritize meeting up with friends and family, and more than half indulge in “food and culinary delights.”
One in Five Vienna Pupils Require Summer Tuition
The findings show that 14% of children attend paid tutoring sessions, with parents spending an average of €290.
Vienna’s Parcel Boxes Double in Number
There are currently 1,069 parcel boxes in the city (compared to 688 a year ago), featuring a total of 77,272 compartments.
Applications to Join Police Rise in 2024, Ministry Reports
While not everyone who applies is accepted, the acceptance rate has improved significantly due to relaxed criteria, including allowing visible tattoos.
Vienna Police Register 550,000 Emergencies Since January
Police hotlines cater to emergencies such as robberies, thefts, noise disturbances, traffic accidents and medical emergencies.
One in Four People in Austria Has a Tattoo
Around 27% of people in Austria have at least one tattoo, up 8% since the first survey on the topic was conducted in 2013.