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

6.6/ 10
Top 10% in SwitzerlandExcellent
Population
10,118
Commune type
Town

Living in Spreitenbach, a commune of 10118 inhabitants in Canton Aargau — with an overall score of 6.6/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (8.8/10) and Healthcare (8.2/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.3
Air Quality
4.7
Public Transport
7.2
Education & Culture
8.8
Nightlife & Dining
7.4
Nature & Green Spaces
7.7
Healthcare
8.2
Taxation
5.0
Annual Sunshine
3.7
Cantonal average

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Nature
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Spreitenbach achieves a compatibility score of 6.7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Spreitenbach excels in Education & Culture (8.8/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (8.2/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Nature & Green Spaces (7.7/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (3.7/10), Air Quality (4.7/10) — degraded air quality from traffic emissions.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Umwelt ArenaMuseum
Bruno Weber ParkMuseum
Speicher (Ortsmuseum)Museum
Gemeindebibliothek SpreitenbachLibrary
PathéCinema / Theatre
Schulanlage SeefeldSchool
Schulanlage ZentrumSchool
Schulhaus HaselSchool

Public Transport

Shoppi TivoliTram Stop
IKEATram Stop
Umwelt ArenaTram Stop
KreuzäckerTram Stop
Spreitenbach WestTram Stop
Spreitenbach DorfBus Stop
RatzengasseBus Stop
Shopping CenterBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Apotheke GyslerDoctor
AmavitaDoctor
Zahnarztzentrum.chDoctor
Praxisgemeinschaft SpreitenbachDoctor
Dr. med. MaederDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

Considering buying property in Spreitenbach 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 Spreitenbach

What's it like to live in Spreitenbach? Resident impressions and quality of life
Spreitenbach stands out for its strong natural environment, with a nature score of 7.7, offering residents good access to green spaces and outdoor recreation. The commune also performs well on air quality at 6.1 and health services at 6.4, supporting everyday wellbeing. However, dining and restaurant options score lower at 3.9, which may limit culinary variety for residents. Transportation connectivity reaches 5.9, providing moderate access to regional networks, while education services score 5.5. Worth flagging: sunlight exposure is notably limited at 3.7, a consideration for those sensitive to daylight. Located in the Zurich agglomeration between neighbors Killwangen, Remetschwil, and Bellikon, Spreitenbach offers a suburban character with nature-focused living. Explore the detailed scores on the map to discover which aspects align best with your lifestyle priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Spreitenbach?
Nature scores remarkably high in Spreitenbach at 7.7, reflecting strong environmental quality across the commune. Air quality registers at 6.1, indicating acceptable conditions for residents. However, sunshine levels lag considerably, scoring just 3.7—a notable weakness for this Zurich agglomeration location. Noise pollution sits at 6.3, suggesting moderate sound exposure from surrounding urban activity. The broader Aargau setting offers respectable access to natural spaces, though the limited solar exposure may affect those seeking bright conditions. It is worth noting that neighbouring Killwangen, Remetschwil, and Bellikon provide additional context for the region's environmental characteristics. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to understand how Spreitenbach compares across these dimensions.
How well-connected is Spreitenbach? Transport, schools, dining
Spreitenbach's transport connectivity earns a score of 5.9, reflecting moderate accessibility within the Zurich agglomeration. The commune scores reasonably well for health services at 6.4, though educational facilities lag slightly at 5.5. Dining options are notably limited, with a score of just 3.9, suggesting fewer restaurant choices compared to larger urban centers. It is worth noting that proximity to neighbors like Killwangen, Remetschwil, and Bellikon may offer some complementary services. Nature access stands out positively at 7.7, providing recreational balance despite modest infrastructure scores in dining and education. Explore the interactive map to discover how these factors align with your priorities.
What are the neighboring communes of Spreitenbach and how big is it?
Spreitenbach is a mid-sized commune in Aargau with a population of 10,118 residents, situated within the Zurich agglomeration. Its neighbors are Killwangen, Remetschwil, and Bellikon. The commune scores notably high on nature at 7.7, reflecting its green surroundings, though its dining scene is less developed with a score of 3.9. Air quality is respectable at 6.1, and health services score 6.4, yet transport connectivity stands at 5.9. It is worth noting that ensoleillement is comparatively low at 3.7. To understand how this commune compares within its agglomeration and explore its detailed neighborhood profile, visit the interactive map.
Is Spreitenbach a tax-friendly municipality?
Spreitenbach's tax score of 5.0 suggests moderate fiscal conditions rather than exceptional tax advantages. The commune does offer solid health services with a score of 6.4, reflecting reasonable infrastructure investment. However, transport accessibility scores 5.9, indicating room for improvement in connectivity. Worth flagging, education scores 5.5, which is modest relative to cantonal standards. On the positive side, nature quality stands out at 7.7, offering residents attractive green spaces and environmental amenities. Air quality at 6.1 further supports a livable environment. To understand how Spreitenbach's tax position compares with neighbors like Killwangen, Remetschwil, and Bellikon, explore the detailed profiles and comparative data on the map.

Neighboring communes of Spreitenbach

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22.8 %20–64 years 63.1 %65 and over 14 %
Density
1,403 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+11.5 %
Vacant housing
1.4 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.9 %
Tertiary employment
84.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 37.9 %Agricultural land 24.6 %Forest 35.7 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Aargau (AG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4160, 8.3660
BFS Number
4040
Last updated
29 June 2026

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