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

6.4/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
16,346
Commune type
Town

Living in Burgdorf, a commune of 16346 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 6.4/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Healthcare (9.1/10) and Education & Culture (8.7/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.0
Air Quality
5.1
Public Transport
7.0
Education & Culture
8.7
Nightlife & Dining
6.6
Nature & Green Spaces
8.2
Healthcare
9.1
Taxation
1.5
Annual Sunshine
3.8
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
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Family
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Good
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Nature
Average
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Burgdorf achieves a compatibility score of 6.8/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (6.1/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Burgdorf excels in Healthcare (9.1/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (8.7/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nature & Green Spaces (8.2/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.5/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Annual Sunshine (3.8/10).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Berner Fachhochschule - Technik und InformatikUniversity
BUniversity
Berner Fachhochschule Technik und InformatikUniversity
Museum Franz GertschMuseum
Altes Schlachthaus (Luginbühl)Museum
Museum Schloss BurgdorfMuseum
Elektra Museum BurgdorfMuseum
Sammlung des historischen Materials der Schweizer Armee (HAM)Museum

Public Transport

SteinhofTrain Station
BurgdorfTrain Station
BuchmattTrain Station
OberburgTrain Station
Steinhof BahnhofBus Stop
Burgdorf, SchlossmattBus Stop
Parkhaus OberstadtBus Stop
CityBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Spital BurgdorfHospital
StadtbachpraxisMedical Centre
Klinik SelhofenMedical Centre
KurWerkMedical Centre
Operationszentrum BurgdorfMedical Centre
Ambulantes ZentrumDoctor
Clinique DELCDoctor
Zahnarztzentrum.chDoctor

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
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Considering buying property in Burgdorf or moving to Canton Bern? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Burgdorf

What's it like to live in Burgdorf? Resident impressions and quality of life
Burgdorf offers a notably strong natural environment compared to its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Lyssach, and Kirchberg, with a nature score of 8.2 and quiet surroundings at 8. However, taxation presents a significant challenge, scoring just 1.5—a notable weakness for households considering the area. Healthcare quality is respectable at 7.7, yet dining and restaurant options remain limited at 3. Transportation connectivity scores 5.7, reflecting moderate accessibility to regional networks. For a commune of over 16,000 inhabitants within the Bern agglomeration, Burgdorf balances strong environmental appeal and health services against fiscal and culinary constraints. Explore the detailed scores on the map to understand how these dimensions affect your daily living experience.
How sunny and clean is the air in Burgdorf?
Burgdorf trails its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Lyssach, and Kirchberg in sunshine, scoring just 3.8 on ensoleillement—a notably weak dimension in this Bernese commune. Air quality presents a more mixed picture at 6.7, indicating moderate conditions. However, Burgdorf excels where it matters most for well-being: nature access reaches 8.2, and noise levels score impressively at 8, suggesting a tranquil environment with excellent green spaces despite limited direct sunlight. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to discover how these factors shape daily life here.
How well-connected is Burgdorf? Transport, schools, dining
Burgdorf stands apart from its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Lyssach, and Kirchberg in its transport connectivity, yet the commune reveals a mixed profile across urban amenities. Transport accessibility scores 5.7, moderating expectations for commuters, while dining options remain limited at 3. Education facilities perform slightly better at 5, though neither transport nor schooling rank among the stronger dimensions. Noise management and nature access are notably robust, with scores of 8 and 8.2 respectively, offsetting weaker service provision. Healthcare services also perform well at 7.7. For a commune of this size within the Bern agglomeration, the trade-off between accessibility and environmental quality shapes its character. Explore the detailed map to assess how these dimensions align with your priorities.
What are the neighboring communes of Burgdorf and how big is it?
Burgdorf, with 16,346 inhabitants, is notably larger than its immediate neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Lyssach, and Kirchberg (BE). Located in the Bern agglomeration, this mid-sized commune shows varied livability dimensions. Its weakest score is fiscal policy at 1.5, which contrasts sharply with strong environmental performance. Nature and noise management both score robustly at 8.2 and 8 respectively, alongside solid health services at 7.7. However, dining options remain limited at 3, and transport connectivity is moderate at 5.7. Explore the detailed profiles of Burgdorf and its neighbors on the map to understand their distinct characteristics.
Is Burgdorf a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Lyssach, and Kirchberg, Burgdorf presents a notably different fiscal profile. The municipality scores 1.5 on tax-friendliness, which represents its weakest dimension. However, Burgdorf compensates with considerable strengths elsewhere: nature and green spaces score 8.2, while air quality reaches 6.7. These environmental advantages reflect the commune's character as a mid-sized town in the Bern agglomeration. For those prioritizing low taxation, Burgdorf may not align with that preference; yet residents benefit from strong natural amenities and health services scoring 7.7. Explore the interactive map to compare Burgdorf's full profile against neighboring municipalities and decide if its overall balance suits your needs.

Neighboring communes of Burgdorf

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.3 %20–64 years 61.1 %65 and over 20.7 %
Density
1,066 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+7.9 %
Vacant housing
1.9 %
New dwellings
15.6 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
5.6 %
Tertiary employment
74 %

Land use

Built-up area 31.5 %Agricultural land 25 %Forest 40.8 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.0537, 7.6181
BFS Number
404
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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