Hjo

Hjo Municipality ranks in the Top 10% nationally for governance, with a score of 79.9. This ranking is based on various indicators, including the timely processing of building permit applications, which has a median processing time of 33 days, significantly below the national average of 59.5 days. It is important to note that the governance data may be considered structurally limited due to the specific metrics available about this domain.

Engagement and support for community issues are illustrated by Hjo's performance in various aspects of the Medborgarundersökningen (Citizen Survey). For example, 82.7% of respondents believe measures against vandalism or property destruction are effective, which is significantly above the national average of 63.1%. Additionally, concerning the maintenance of walking and cycling paths, an encouraging 81% report that the municipality is managing these aspects well, notably above the national average of 68.6%.

However, Hjo faces challenges regarding integration and civic participation, with only 41.9% of respondents acknowledging effective municipal efforts in these areas, surpassing the national average of 30%, but still highlighting room for improvement. Furthermore, when it comes to outdoor lighting issues, 87.2% report minimal problems, which is notably above the national average of 78.3%. The municipality also exhibits a high voter turnout of 86% in the latest local elections, which is somewhat above the national average of 81.4%. Finally, concerning financial support, the cost of social assistance per inhabitant is SEK 1,251.3, somewhat below the national average of SEK 1,336.2, and the paid financial assistance per household stands at SEK 57,114, also somewhat below the national average of SEK 61,766.5.