Municipality of Gavdos
A municipality on the rise: 1 more companies in a year.
This month's picture · written by AI from the figures on this pageΟ Δήμος Γαύδου είναι μια πολύ μικρή κοινότητα της Κρήτης, με μόλις 142 κατοίκους αλλά 39 ενεργές επιχειρήσεις, πολύ περισσότερες ανά κάτοικο απ' ό,τι συνηθίζεται στην περιφέρεια και σε όλη τη χώρα. Οι άνθρωποι είναι λίγοι και η επιχειρηματική εικόνα σταθερή, ενώ αξίζει πιο προσεκτική ματιά η πολύ υψηλή σεισμική επικινδυνότητα της περιοχής.
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- 142 residents (2021 census) · Area: 34.5 km²
- active businesses
- 39
- companies opened in 12 months
- 1
- companies closed in 12 months
- 0
"Businesses" are all active ones, sole proprietorships included. "Companies" are legal entities only (S.A., Ltd, P.C., general and limited partnerships etc.): only these keep their municipality in the registry when they close, which is why openings and closures count companies.
Net change +1274.7 per 1,000 residents · typical municipality 118.9 · Greece 99.8
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Sectors in Gavdos municipality
105 sectorsEach sector also counts businesses that have it as a secondary activity; that's why wholesale trade, often declared alongside another line of work, ranks high.
At least this many. When unnamed businesses (sole proprietorships, general and limited partnerships) are few, we don't show them, because of GDPR. Personal data
- Restaurants & food 13
- Cafés & bars 12
- Hotels & accommodation 9
- Supermarkets & mini markets 3
- Wholesale food, drink & farm produce 3
- Arts, theatre & culture 2
The bar next to each sector: green for those that opened, red for those that closed in 12 months.
All 105 sectors, in a table
| Sector | Active | Opened (companies) | Closed (companies) | Per 1,000 res. | × typical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurants & food | 13 | 0 | 0 | 119.72 | 10.1× |
| Cafés & bars | 12 | 0 | 0 | 84.51 | 9.9× |
| Hotels & accommodation | 9 | 0 | 0 | 84.51 | 5.1× |
| Supermarkets & mini markets | 3 | 0 | 0 | 21.13 | 3.4× |
| Wholesale food, drink & farm produce | 3 | 0 | 0 | 21.13 | 2.1× |
| Arts, theatre & culture | 2 | 1 | 0 | 14.08 | 9.6× |
| Photographers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7.04 | 7.3× |
| Butchers, greengrocers & fishmongers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Pharmacies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Hairdressers & beauty | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Gyms | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Medical practices | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Dental practices | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | — |
| Veterinary clinics | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | — |
| Accounting firms | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Estate agents | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Tutoring centres & schools | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Nurseries | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Petrol stations | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Electricians | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Car repair shops | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Solar & renewable energy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Engineers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Insurance agencies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| IT & software | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Courier companies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Delivery services | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Architecture firms | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Property management | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Travel agencies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Security companies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Business consultants | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Kiosks & convenience stores | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Advertising agencies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Doors & windows | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Car parts & tyres | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| OPAP betting shops | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Painters & decorators | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Flooring & tiles | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Car dealers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Florists | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Spas & massage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Opticians | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Other building works | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Driving schools | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Psychologists | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Refrigeration technicians | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Event organisers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Tailors & alterations | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Electronics, computers & phones | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Pets & pet shops | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Heating oil, firewood & LPG | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Olive mills | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Metalwork | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Printers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Goldsmiths & jewellery making | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Scrap metal & recycling | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Motorcycles | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Dry cleaners & laundries | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Parking & roadside assistance | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Music & dance schools | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Physiotherapists | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Funeral homes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Gardening & landscaping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Financial advisers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Electronics & computer repair | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Wholesale vehicles & parts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Wholesale fuel | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Wholesale metals, chemicals & other raw materials | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Livestock & animal farming | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Food & drink production | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Machinery repair & installation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Design: graphic, interior & product | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Marketing, market research & PR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Property owners & landlords | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Business support: office, conferences, collections & packaging | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Warehousing & transport support | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× |
| Bakeries & patisseries | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Off-licences & tobacconists | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Clothing & footwear | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Construction companies | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Plumbing, heating & air conditioning | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Haulage companies | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Cleaning companies | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Car rentals | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Hardware & paint | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Carpentry | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Earthworks | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Furniture & homeware | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Jewellers & watches | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Taxis | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Souvenirs & folk art | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Concrete works | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Boat rentals | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Fabrics & textiles | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Perfumeries & cosmetics | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Household appliances | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Sporting goods | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Bookshops & stationers | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Building materials, hardware & plumbing supplies | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Wholesale clothing, homeware & cosmetics | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Wholesale machinery & equipment | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Trade agents & general wholesale | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Crops & farm services | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
| Specialised building works (demolition, insulation, plastering, roofing) | at least 0 | 0 | 0 | at least 0.00 | at least 0.00 |
In-depth analysis: Gavdos
Pro · AIDeed prices
Range 700–750 €/m² · In force since 01/01/2022 (FEK 2021) · The zones cover 3% of the municipality's area; the average price applies only to that part. The official value is the zone price the state sets to calculate taxes. It is not a market price or a property valuation.
We don't publish deed prices for this municipality: each property type needs at least 10 deeds in a year, and that isn't reached here.
The municipality's public contracts by year
| Year | Contracts | Amount | Largest category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (to 09/10/2026) | 31 | €354 thousand | Medical equipment, pharmaceuticals and personal care products: €60 thousand |
| 2025 (from 02/01/2025) | 34 | €391 thousand | Construction work: €51 thousand |
Seismic activity
Seismic activity in the municipality: Very high.
The level compares the municipality's seismic hazard with the rest of Greece, which is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in Europe. It says nothing about a specific building: there, its construction is what counts.
Ground acceleration, the nearest active fault and earthquakes around an address are in the neighbourhood report. Neighbourhood report →
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- Municipality of Gavdos here274.7 / 1,000 res.39 active
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Similar in size
Close in size and in business density. The comparison opens with the two municipalities side by side.
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- Municipality of Gavdos here274.7 / 1,000 res.39 active
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Frequently asked questions
How many active businesses does Gavdos municipality have?
39 active businesses, based on GEMI data as of 01/10/2026.
Which sector has the most businesses in Gavdos municipality?
The sector "Restaurants & food" has the most active businesses (17), followed by "Cafés & bars" (12).
How many businesses are there per 1,000 residents in Gavdos municipality?
274.7 active businesses per 1,000 residents.