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

6.4/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
2,042
Commune type
Village

Living in Oberlunkhofen, a commune of 2042 inhabitants in Canton Aargau — with an overall score of 6.4/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.8/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.1/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.8
Air Quality
5.5
Public Transport
4.9
Education & Culture
6.6
Nightlife & Dining
6.0
Nature & Green Spaces
9.1
Healthcare
6.1
Taxation
5.7
Annual Sunshine
4.1
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
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Family
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Nature
Good
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Oberlunkhofen achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (6.1/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Oberlunkhofen excels in Noise (9.8/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.1/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Education & Culture (6.6/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (4.1/10), Public Transport (4.9/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Primarschule OberlunkhofenSchool

Public Transport

WaldeggBus Stop
Oberlunkhofen DorfplatzBus Stop
Oberlunkhofen PostBus Stop
HaldenmattenBus 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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Considering buying property in Oberlunkhofen or moving to Canton Aargau? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Oberlunkhofen

What's it like to live in Oberlunkhofen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Oberlunkhofen stands out for its exceptional quiet environment, scoring 9.8 for noise levels, making it a genuinely peaceful place to settle. Nature access is also strong at 9.1, offering outdoor recreation opportunities. However, restaurant and dining options are limited, scoring only 2.4, and public transport connectivity remains modest at 3.4. Education facilities score 4.0, while healthcare and air quality are moderate. Located near Zurich yet maintaining rural character, this Aargau commune appeals most to nature lovers and families seeking tranquility, though those prioritizing urban amenities or dining variety may find it constraining. Neighbors include Jonen, Unterlunkhofen, and Arni (AG).
How sunny and clean is the air in Oberlunkhofen?
Oberlunkhofen stands out for exceptional noise levels at 9.8, making it notably quiet. Regarding your question, air quality scores a moderate 6.7, while sunshine is less prominent at 4.1. The commune's environmental strengths emerge elsewhere: nature accessibility reaches 9.1, reflecting its rural setting within the Zurich agglomeration. Located among neighbors Jonen, Unterlunkhofen, and Arni (AG), Oberlunkhofen prioritizes natural surroundings over climatic brightness. This profile suits nature lovers and those valuing tranquility, yet families seeking extensive outdoor recreation may find the sunshine factor limiting.
How well-connected is Oberlunkhofen? Transport, schools, dining
Oberlunkhofen faces notable challenges in connectivity, with transport scoring just 3.4 out of 10, indicating limited public transit options. Education and dining similarly lag, scoring 4.0 and 2.4 respectively, suggesting sparse local amenities for these needs. However, the commune compensates with exceptional environmental quality—air quality scores 6.7 and nature accessibility reaches 9.1. Located within the Zurich agglomeration and bordered by Jonen, Unterlunkhofen, and Arni, Oberlunkhofen offers residents proximity to regional centers despite modest local infrastructure. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees prioritizing tranquility over urban convenience, though those requiring robust schools or dining options may need to commute.
What are the neighboring communes of Oberlunkhofen and how big is it?
Oberlunkhofen is a small commune in Aargau with a population of 2,042 residents. It borders three neighboring communes: Jonen, Unterlunkhofen, and Arni (AG). The commune scores notably low on restaurant availability at 2.4, reflecting its modest size and rural character. However, it excels in environmental quality, with exceptional noise levels at 9.8 and strong nature access at 9.1. Located within the Zurich agglomeration, Oberlunkhofen appeals primarily to nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful, quieter setting away from urban bustle.
Is Oberlunkhofen a tax-friendly municipality?
Oberlunkhofen's fiscal score of 5.7 places it in the moderate range rather than among Switzerland's most tax-friendly communes. The municipality's weakest dimension is dining options at 2.4, reflecting its small size of 2,042 residents. However, Oberlunkhofen excels in environmental quality, with exceptional noise levels at 9.8 and strong nature access at 9.1. Located in the Zurich agglomeration between neighbors Jonen, Unterlunkhofen, and Arni, the commune offers a quieter lifestyle despite moderate tax positioning. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility over fiscal advantages.

Neighboring communes of Oberlunkhofen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 19.5 %20–64 years 60.6 %65 and over 19.9 %
Density
626 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+6.6 %
Vacant housing
0 %
New dwellings
10.4 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
0.3 %
Tertiary employment
72 %

Land use

Built-up area 17.7 %Agricultural land 54.4 %Forest 24.2 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Aargau (AG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3123, 8.3971
BFS Number
4073
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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