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

5.4/ 10
Fair
Population
235
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Nusshof, a commune of 235 inhabitants in Canton Basel-Landschaft — with an overall score of 5.4/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
6.7
Public Transport
1.0
Education & Culture
4.4
Nightlife & Dining
2.8
Nature & Green Spaces
9.6
Healthcare
7.0
Taxation
2.9
Annual Sunshine
3.9
Cantonal average

Nusshof's national strengths

#1 in Switzerland · Noise ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Good
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Retirement
Fair
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Family
Fair
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Young Professional
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Nusshof achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.2/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Nusshof excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (7/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (1/10) — limited public transport connections, Nightlife & Dining (2.8/10) — limited dining and nightlife options, Taxation (2.9/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

Nusshof DorfBus Stop
Nusshof HübelBus 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 Aarau-Olten as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Aarau-Olten as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Aarau-Olten in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Aarau-Olten Close to Nature
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Considering buying property in Nusshof or moving to Canton Basel-Landschaft? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Nusshof

What's it like to live in Nusshof? Resident impressions and quality of life
Nusshof stands out for its exceptional quiet environment, with a noise score of 10. However, the commune faces significant challenges in transport accessibility, scoring just 0.5, alongside limited educational and dining amenities. By contrast, residents benefit from outstanding natural surroundings, with a nature score of 9.6, and good air quality at 7. The commune's small population of 235 creates an intimate setting within the Basel-Country region, bordered by Hersberg, Sissach, and Wintersingen. Daily life here emphasizes tranquility and natural access over urban convenience. Explore the map to discover how Nusshof's specific location and amenities align with your preferences.
How sunny and clean is the air in Nusshof?
Nusshof stands out most strikingly for its exceptional noise environment, scoring 10 for sound quality. Regarding your question, the commune's air quality reaches 7, reflecting reasonably clean atmospheric conditions. Sunshine exposure, by contrast, scores 3.9, indicating moderate seasonal daylight availability rather than exceptional brightness. The area's strongest environmental asset remains its natural surroundings, with a nature score of 9.6. This small community of 235 residents in Basel-Country balances good air purity with quieter conditions, though sunlight hours remain modest. Explore the interactive map to discover how these environmental factors compare with neighbors like Hersberg, Sissach, and Wintersingen.
How well-connected is Nusshof? Transport, schools, dining
Nusshof's transportation infrastructure presents the most significant challenge, with a score of just 0.5, suggesting limited public transit options. Educational facilities score equally low at 1.2, while dining establishments remain sparse at 0.8. These modest scores reflect the commune's rural character in Basel-Country, situated among neighbors Hersberg, Sissach, and Wintersingen. By contrast, the natural environment excels at 9.6, and noise levels are exceptionally low at 10. Residents seeking robust services may need to venture toward larger nearby centers. Explore the detailed map to understand how proximity to the Aarau-Olten agglomeration influences local amenities.
What are the neighboring communes of Nusshof and how big is it?
Nusshof is a small commune with just 235 residents, located in Basel-Country canton. Its neighbors are Hersberg, Sissach, and Wintersingen. Despite its modest size, the commune scores impressively on nature, with a 9.6 rating that reflects its attractive natural environment. Air quality is also relatively solid at 7. However, the commune faces notable challenges with transport accessibility, scoring only 0.5, and limited dining and education options, both scoring under 2. These limitations are typical of rural communes of this scale. Explore the detailed map to see how Nusshof compares across all livability dimensions.
Is Nusshof a tax-friendly municipality?
Nusshof scores 2.9 on fiscal friendliness, indicating it is not particularly tax-advantaged compared to other Swiss communes. The municipality's weakest dimensions are transport accessibility at 0.5 and education services at 1.2, meanwhile its strongest assets are nature at 9.6 and noise levels at 10. With a population of just 235, Nusshof remains a small rural settlement in Basel-Country bordered by Hersberg, Sissach, and Wintersingen. Those prioritizing tax optimization may wish to compare fiscal ratings across neighboring communes or explore detailed municipal data on the map.

Neighboring communes of Nusshof

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.2 %20–64 years 59.9 %65 and over 19.8 %
Density
152 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+22.4 %
Vacant housing
0 %
New dwellings
3.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
59.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 4.6 %Agricultural land 54.9 %Forest 40.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Basel-Landschaft (BL)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4925, 7.7968
BFS Number
2854
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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