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Quality of life in Augst (Basel-Landschaft) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.6/ 10
Good
Population
1,030
Commune type
Village

Living in Augst, a commune of 1030 inhabitants in Canton Basel-Landschaft — with an overall score of 5.6/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (9.2/10) and Nightlife & Dining (8.6/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
3.0
Air Quality
2.0
Public Transport
3.6
Education & Culture
9.2
Nightlife & Dining
8.6
Nature & Green Spaces
7.8
Healthcare
8.6
Taxation
3.4
Annual Sunshine
4.2
Cantonal average

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Young Professional
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Nature
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Augst achieves a compatibility score of 5.5/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (4.7/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Augst excels in Education & Culture (9.2/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nightlife & Dining (8.6/10) — a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment, Healthcare (8.6/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Air Quality (2/10) — degraded air quality from traffic emissions, Noise (3/10) — exposure to road, rail, or air noise, Taxation (3.4/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Museum Augusta RauricaMuseum
Primarschule AugstSchool

Public Transport

StundeglasBus Stop
SchwarzackerBus 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 Basel as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Basel as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Basel in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Basel Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Augst

What's it like to live in Augst? Resident impressions and quality of life
Augst offers a notably quieter setting than its neighbors Giebenach, Pratteln, and Kaiseraugst, though this comes with trade-offs. With 7.8 for nature and 7 for health services, the commune appeals strongly to those seeking green spaces and reliable care. Yet transport connectivity scores only 2.3, reflecting its smaller size and distance from Basel's core. Education quality is solid at 6, and dining options rate 4.8, providing modest amenities despite the rural character. Air quality is excellent at 5.6, though noise levels remain modest at 3. Sunshine exposure at 4.2 is average for the region, and fiscal conditions at 3.4 are moderate. This commune suits nature lovers and retirees prioritizing tranquility and environmental quality over urban convenience, though families should weigh limited transport access against strong natural surroundings.
How sunny and clean is the air in Augst?
Augst's air quality rivals that of its neighbors Giebenach, Pratteln, and Kaiseraugst, with an air score of 5.6 indicating notably fresh conditions. Sunshine exposure remains moderate at 4.2, reflecting the typical Basel region climate. The commune excels in nature access with a score of 7.8, yet sunlight hours lag behind expectations for a rural setting. Air purity stands as a genuine strength, supporting outdoor activities and respiratory health. However, limited daylight hours may require consideration during winter months. The combination of clean air and accessible natural spaces makes Augst particularly appealing to nature lovers seeking a quieter environment with reliable environmental quality.
How well-connected is Augst? Transport, schools, dining
Augst lags behind its neighbors Giebenach, Pratteln, and Kaiseraugst in public transport accessibility, scoring just 2.3. However, education provision stands out with a respectable 6.0, suggesting reasonable school options despite the commune's modest size of 1,030 residents. Dining amenities are moderately developed at 4.8, yet limited compared to larger neighboring communities. The transport weakness reflects Augst's rural character within the Basel agglomeration, though proximity to the urban center offers indirect connectivity. Schools and dining facilities represent relative strengths locally, though neither fully compensates for restricted public transit. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking quieter surroundings, rather than young professionals prioritizing seamless urban mobility.
What are the neighboring communes of Augst and how big is it?
Augst is a notably smaller commune than its neighbors Giebenach, Pratteln, and Kaiseraugst, with just 1,030 inhabitants. This intimate scale brings genuine strengths in environmental quality, where its air score reaches 5.6 and nature rating climbs to 7.8—among its finest metrics. Yet the commune faces limitations in transport connectivity, scoring only 2.3, which reflects its peripheral position within the Basel agglomeration. Healthcare and education services perform respectably at 7.0 and 6.0 respectively, though dining options remain modest at 4.8. The low fiscal pressure of 3.4 offers financial appeal, however noise levels at 3.0 suggest some industrial proximity. Augst suits nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquil, green surroundings over urban convenience.
Is Augst a tax-friendly municipality?
Augst's tax-friendliness lags behind its neighbors Giebenach, Pratteln, and Kaiseraugst. With a fiscal score of 3.4, this small commune of 1,030 residents offers limited tax advantages compared to surrounding municipalities in the Basel-Country region. However, Augst compensates with exceptional nature access, scoring 7.8, and strong healthcare services at 7.0. The education system also performs well at 6.0, yet transport connectivity remains weak at 2.3. Air quality is excellent at 5.6, though noise pollution is a concern at 3.0. Given these trade-offs, Augst suits nature lovers and retirees seeking environmental quality and healthcare access more than those prioritizing fiscal optimization.

Neighboring communes of Augst

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 13.7 %20–64 years 60.6 %65 and over 25.7 %
Density
632 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+20.3 %
Vacant housing
0.9 %
New dwellings
13.8 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.2 %
Tertiary employment
31.4 %

Land use

Built-up area 40.7 %Agricultural land 35.2 %Forest 6.8 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Basel-Landschaft (BL)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.5324, 7.7142
BFS Number
2822
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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