Categories in Gescher
Auto glassAuto Parts StoreCaravans, rvs and motor homesCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationNew car dealersTire ShopTrucks and trailersUsed car dealersUsed Truck DealerDog BreederFarmingFood Products SupplierHandicraftHoney FarmMachine ConstructionMetal Processing CompanyMetalworkingWholesalersWindow SupplierCleanersClothing storesFabric StoreShoe storesAssociation or OrganizationChurchesClubGun ClubMailing ServicePolitical PartyPost OfficeReligionShipping and Mailing ServiceShipping CompanyShipping ServiceSocial Services OrganizationWaste Management ServiceYouth CenterComputer ConsultantComputer ServiceSoftware CompanyArchitectsCarpenterConstruction of buildingsContractorDemolition ContractorElectrical EngineerElectrical Installation Service
Showing 1-50 of 149
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Gescher
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping | 97 | — |
| Restaurants | 74 | — |
| Corporate management | 68 | — |
| Construction of buildings | 50 | — |
| Real estate | 42 | — |
| Health and medical | 39 | — |
| Tractors and farm equipment | 38 | — |
| Electronics stores | 37 | 31 years |
| All food and beverage | 36 | — |
| Other membership organizations | 29 | — |
| Electrical installation | 27 | — |
Gescher Facts
| Area | 4.1 km² |
| Population | 8,690 |
| Male Population | 4,362 (50.2%) |
| Female Population | 4,328 (49.8%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -17.4% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | -3.4% |
| Median Age | 42.3 years (Male: 41.4, Female: 43.2) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $52,140 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 2542, 2863 |
| Neighborhoods | Hochmoor, Tungerloh-Capellen, Harwick, Tungerloh-Pröbsting, Estern |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central European Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 51.95400, 7.00481 |
| Postal Codes | 48712 |
Map of Gescher
Interactive Map
Gescher Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,524 | 9,526 | 8,992 | 8,134 | 8,690 | 8,250 | 7,950 |
| Population Density | 2,551.3 / km² | 2,309.3 / km² | 2,179.9 / km² | 1,971.9 / km² | 2,106.7 / km² | 2,000 / km² | 1,927.3 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridGescher Population change from 2000 to 2020
Decrease of 3.4% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gescher | -17.4% | -8.8% | -3.4% |
| North Rhine-Westphalia | — | — | — |
| Germany | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Gescher Median Age
Median Age: 42.3 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gescher | 42.3 yrs | 43.2 yrs | 41.4 yrs |
| North Rhine-Westphalia | 44.4 yrs | 45.6 yrs | 43.3 yrs |
| Germany | 44.8 yrs | 46 yrs | 43.6 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Gescher Population Density
Population Density: 2,107 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gescher | 8,690 | 4.125 km² | 2,107 / km² |
| North Rhine-Westphalia | 17.6 million | 34,118.6 km² | 516 / km² |
| Germany | 80.7 million | 358,179.8 km² | 225 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Gescher Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Gescher
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Gescher
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Gescher
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Gescher
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Gescher Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $32,490 | $34,812 | $37,970 | $37,570 | $42,799 | $48,842 | $50,088 | $52,140 |
| Total GDP | $681.8M | $758.5M | $853.5M | $858.3M | $997.9M | $1.2B | $1.2B | $1.2B |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Gescher CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gescher | 84,415 tn | 9.71 tn | 20,464.3 tons/km² |
| North Rhine-Westphalia | 176,214,894 tn | 10.01 tn | 5,164.8 tons/km² |
| Germany | 755,339,039 tn | 9.36 tn | 2,108.8 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Gescher CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 84,415 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 9.71 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 20,464.3 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (7) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/24/09 | 2:58 AM | 4.1 | 58.4 km | 5,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 12/25/08 | 1:53 PM | 3.2 | 53 km | 1,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 12/10/08 | 3:28 AM | 3.3 | 45.2 km | 10,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 11/22/08 | 7:41 AM | 3.3 | 44.7 km | 1,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 11/12/08 | 8:56 PM | 3.4 | 61 km | 1,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 9/24/08 | 1:55 PM | 3 | 61.2 km | 5,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 9/18/08 | 2:33 PM | 3.2 | 48.3 km | 1,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 7/18/08 | 6:12 PM | 3.4 | 61.3 km | 5,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 5/13/08 | 9:55 AM | 3.3 | 57.6 km | 1,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 5/2/08 | 6:54 AM | 3.1 | 54.7 km | 1,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Gescher
Gescher is a municipality in the district of Borken, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is located near the border with the Netherlands. It is most often known for its bell work, and it includes a Museum of Bells.
Gescher Wikipedia Page
About Our Data
The data on this page is estimated using a number of publicly available tools and resources. It is provided without warranty, and could contain inaccuracies. Use at your own risk.