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Quality of life in Freienwil (Aargau) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.9/ 10
Good
Population
1,012
Commune type
Village

Living in Freienwil, a commune of 1012 inhabitants in Canton Aargau — with an overall score of 5.9/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10) and Noise (8.8/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.8
Air Quality
6.0
Public Transport
0.8
Education & Culture
7.1
Nightlife & Dining
4.8
Nature & Green Spaces
9.4
Healthcare
7.9
Taxation
4.6
Annual Sunshine
3.3
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Family
Good
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Retirement
Good
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Young Professional
Good
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Nature
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Freienwil achieves a compatibility score of 6.7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.8/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Freienwil excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (8.8/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Healthcare (7.9/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.8/10) — limited public transport connections, Annual Sunshine (3.3/10), Taxation (4.6/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

SchulhausSchool

Public Transport

Freienwil DorfBus Stop

Guides to read for this area

Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.

By lifestyle profile

Family
Where to Live in Zurich as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Zurich as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Zurich in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Zurich Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Freienwil

What's it like to live in Freienwil? Resident impressions and quality of life
Freienwil impresses with an exceptional nature score of 9.4, offering residents outstanding access to green spaces and outdoor environments. Yet public transport connectivity remains critically weak at 0.4, making car dependency unavoidable for most daily activities. The commune excels in air quality and healthcare, both scoring 6.8, however educational facilities lag significantly at 3.4. Noise levels are commendably low at 8.8, though restaurant and dining options are quite limited at 1.8. Located in the Zurich agglomeration near Ehrendingen, Ennetbaden, and Obersiggenthal, Freienwil suits those prioritizing natural surroundings and tranquility. The main tradeoff is clear: abundant nature and peaceful living conditions come at the cost of minimal public transit and limited local services.
How sunny and clean is the air in Freienwil?
Freienwil excels in environmental quietness with a remarkable noise score of 8.8, yet its sunshine levels remain modest at 3.3. The commune's air quality stands at 6.8, offering decent conditions for residents. Nonetheless, the limited sunlight exposure contrasts with the generally clean surroundings. Located in the Zurich agglomeration with neighbors including Ehrendingen, Ennetbaden, and Obersiggenthal, this small community of 1,012 inhabitants presents a tradeoff between peaceful, quiet living conditions and relatively lower sunshine availability, making it better suited for those prioritizing environmental tranquility over bright, sunny days.
How well-connected is Freienwil? Transport, schools, dining
Freienwil faces significant connectivity challenges, with transport scoring just 0.4—a critical weakness for this Aargau commune of 1,012 residents. Public transit and road access are notably limited. Educational facilities also underperform at 3.4, yet the commune benefits from proximity to the Zurich agglomeration, which may offer regional alternatives. Dining options score modestly at 1.8, indicating few local restaurants. However, Freienwil compensates with exceptional natural surroundings, scoring 9.4 for nature, and excellent air quality at 6.8. The core tradeoff is clear: residents sacrifice convenient local services and transportation access for a rural, environmentally rich setting within reach of Zurich's broader opportunities through neighboring communities like Ehrendingen and Ennetbaden.
What are the neighboring communes of Freienwil and how big is it?
Freienwil is a small commune in Aargau's Zurich agglomeration with a population of 1,012 residents. Its neighbors are Ehrendingen, Ennetbaden, and Obersiggenthal. The commune excels in nature quality, scoring 9.4 out of 10, reflecting its rural character and green surroundings. However, it struggles significantly with public transport accessibility at 0.4, a major limitation for residents. Air quality rates decently at 6.8, yet education facilities score only 3.4. Noise pollution remains well-controlled at 8.8. The fundamental tradeoff here is between Freienwil's environmental appeal and its poor connectivity to regional transit networks, making it better suited for those prioritizing nature over mobility.
Is Freienwil a tax-friendly municipality?
Freienwil's most impressive strength lies in its nature score of 9.4, reflecting abundant green spaces and environmental quality. Regarding taxation, the commune scores 4.6 on fiscal friendliness, placing it in the moderate range rather than the tax-friendly category. While environmental assets are exceptional, practical amenities lag significantly, with transport connectivity at merely 0.4 and restaurant options at 1.8. Air quality and healthcare services are respectable at 6.8 each. The fundamental tradeoff here is clear: Freienwil offers natural beauty and reasonable taxation levels, yet those seeking robust municipal services and tax advantages should explore neighboring alternatives like Ehrendingen, Ennetbaden, or Obersiggenthal.

Neighboring communes of Freienwil

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.3 %20–64 years 61.3 %65 and over 15.4 %
Density
260 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+13.2 %
Vacant housing
2.3 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
69 %

Land use

Built-up area 9.5 %Agricultural land 52 %Forest 38.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Aargau (AG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4988, 8.3207
BFS Number
4028
Last updated
29 June 2026

Data: FSO, geo.admin.ch, OSM — Scores normalised 0-10

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