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Quality of life in Allmendingen (Bern) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.9/ 10
Good
Population
571
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Allmendingen, a commune of 571 inhabitants in Canton Bern — 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 Healthcare (8/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.3
Air Quality
5.3
Public Transport
3.0
Education & Culture
7.1
Nightlife & Dining
5.5
Nature & Green Spaces
9.4
Healthcare
8.0
Taxation
2.3
Annual Sunshine
5.9
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Good
mediantop
Family
Good
mediantop
Retirement
Fair
mediantop
Nature
Average
mediantop

For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Allmendingen achieves a compatibility score of 6.4/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.1/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Allmendingen excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (8/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (7.1/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (2.3/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (3/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

PrimarschuleSchool

Public Transport

Allmendingen HirschenBus Stop
Allmendingen KäsereiBus Stop
Garten-CenterBus 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 Bern as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Bern as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Bern in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Bern Close to Nature

Frequently asked questions about Allmendingen

What's it like to live in Allmendingen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Nature dominates life in Allmendingen, where the environment score reaches 9.4—a defining feature of this small Bern commune. By contrast, transport and dining options score substantially lower at 1.8 and 1.9, reflecting limited urban amenities. Meanwhile, health services score 7.1, and air quality and noise levels both rate 6.3, suggesting a generally pleasant living environment despite rural isolation. Education and fiscal conditions lag at 3.6 and 2.3 respectively. Neighbouring communities like Rubigen, Muri bei Bern, and Worb offer some proximity to larger services. This profile fits nature lovers and those seeking quieter surroundings, though residents prioritizing restaurants, public transit, or extensive school options may find the commune constraining.
How sunny and clean is the air in Allmendingen?
Allmendingen stands out most for its exceptional nature score of 9.4, yet sunshine and air quality tell a more moderate story. Air quality ranks at a respectable 6.3, matching the commune's noise level, while ensoleillement (sunshine hours) scores 5.9—notably below-average for the region. These environmental conditions reflect Allmendingen's position within the Bern agglomeration, where proximity to urban areas influences atmospheric conditions. By contrast, the commune's strong nature dimension and decent air quality make it appealing to nature lovers seeking rural character without complete isolation from Bern's metropolitan infrastructure. Neighbors including Rubigen, Muri bei Bern, and Worb share similar environmental profiles.
How well-connected is Allmendingen? Transport, schools, dining
Allmendingen's nature score of 9.4 stands as its defining strength, yet connectivity remains limited. The commune struggles significantly with transport accessibility at 1.8, alongside dining options at 1.9 and education facilities at 3.6. By contrast, health services score 7.1, and air and noise quality both rate 6.3. Despite proximity to neighbors Rubigen, Muri bei Bern, and Worb, Allmendingen prioritizes natural surroundings over urban convenience. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking a quieter setting, though those requiring robust transport links or diverse dining and schooling options may find better alternatives in the Bern agglomeration.
What are the neighboring communes of Allmendingen and how big is it?
Allmendingen stands out with an exceptional nature score of 9.4, reflecting its strong environmental character. The commune has a population of 571 residents, making it a small-scale community. Its neighbors are Rubigen, Muri bei Bern, and Worb, all located within the Bern agglomeration. While education scores moderately at 3.6, the commune's health dimension reaches 7.1, and noise and air quality both measure 6.3. By contrast, transport and restaurant amenities remain limited at 1.8 and 1.9 respectively. This profile suits nature lovers seeking a quiet, green setting with good environmental conditions.
Is Allmendingen a tax-friendly municipality?
Allmendingen's nature dimension scores exceptionally high at 9.4, yet its fiscal profile tells a different story. The commune's fiscal score stands at just 2.3, indicating it is not particularly tax-friendly compared to other Swiss municipalities. This weak fiscal position contrasts sharply with its outstanding environmental assets. Meanwhile, health services score well at 7.1, and noise and air quality both reach 6.3. Transport accessibility remains limited at 1.8. Allmendingen, nestled among neighbors Rubigen, Muri bei Bern, and Worb, suits nature lovers and retirees seeking natural surroundings over tax advantages.

Neighboring communes of Allmendingen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.4 %20–64 years 52.6 %65 and over 28.9 %
Density
155 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+14.8 %
Vacant housing
0 %
New dwellings
1.7 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
71.6 %

Land use

Built-up area 9.8 %Agricultural land 65.3 %Forest 21.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.9170, 7.5244
BFS Number
630
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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