Petit-Couronne is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of northern France. It is situated on the banks of the Seine River, approximately 5 km south of the city of Rouen.
Geography
- Area: 9.31 km² (3.60 sq mi).
- Elevation: ranges from 2 m to 138 m above sea level.
- The commune lies within the Rouen metropolitan area and is bordered by the Seine to the east and the Rouen‑Le Havre railway line to the west.
Administration
- Arrondissement: Rouen.
- Canton: Le Grand‑Quevilly.
- INSEE code: 76498.
- Postal code: 76120.
- Mayor (2020–2026): Jacques Kénen.
Demographics
- Population (2023 estimate): approximately 12 500 inhabitants.
- The population density is about 1 340 inhabitants per km².
Economy and Infrastructure
- Historically, Petit‑Couronne developed as an industrial suburb of Rouen, with significant employment in petrochemical and logistics sectors.
- The commune hosts several small and medium‑size enterprises, particularly in the chemical, transport, and services industries.
- Transportation links include the D6015 departmental road, proximity to the A13 motorway, and regular bus services connecting the commune to Rouen and surrounding towns.
Education and Public Services
- Primary education is provided by several municipal schools, such as École Primaire Jean‑Jaurès.
- Secondary students typically attend collèges and lycées in nearby Rouen.
- Health services are available through local medical centers, with hospitals located in Rouen.
Cultural and Historical Sites
- The Church of Saint‑Guillaume, dating from the 19th century, is a notable religious building.
- The former industrial complex of the “Usine de la Grande‑Motte” has been partially repurposed for cultural events and local businesses.
- The commune participates in regional festivals and hosts annual community events in its town hall square.
Notable People
- No widely recognized figures are documented as originating from Petit‑Couronne in major biographical references.
References
- INSEE (National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies) census data.
- Official website of the Petit‑Couronne municipality.
- French Ministry of Culture’s database (Base Mérimée) for listed heritage sites.
