Viksäng

Good choice for: Families and active residents

Located in the eastern part of Västerås, Viksäng combines proximity to Lake Mälaren with easy access to the city centre. It is a lively and well-connected neighborhood, ideal for families and residents who enjoy outdoor activities, green spaces, and everyday convenience.

Neighborhood vibe

Family-friendly and active
Green spaces with lake access
Well-served with local amenities

Children aged 0–9 and adults aged 20–39 are slightly overrepresented, while residents over 80 are also higher than the city average. This creates a mixed-age neighborhood with a strong family presence, offering both energy and stability.

Services and local life

Viksäng offers excellent local services within walking distance:

Viksäng centrum with library, healthcare, grocery store, pizzeria, and other daily services
Three municipal playgrounds: Regementsplans, Trossbackens, and Befälskullens
Schoolyards and residential courtyards providing additional play areas
Winter activities, including an ice rink at Ekbergaskolan

Everything needed for everyday family life is close at hand.

Nature and recreation

Close proximity to Lake Mälaren, ideal for walks, swimming, and outdoor relaxation
Parks and green areas throughout the neighborhood
Opportunities for outdoor play and active living

Viksäng makes it easy to combine urban convenience with lakeside and green living.

Housing in Viksäng

Mostly apartment buildings, with a majority of rental apartments
Fewer single-family houses compared to Västerås overall

The housing structure makes Viksäng attractive for families, young professionals, and active residents looking for convenient apartment living near both nature and city life.