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

5.0/ 10
Average
Population
5,122
Commune type
Town

Living in Fraubrunnen, a commune of 5122 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.6/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.6
Air Quality
5.5
Public Transport
1.0
Education & Culture
4.7
Nightlife & Dining
3.8
Nature & Green Spaces
9.5
Healthcare
4.5
Taxation
1.2
Annual Sunshine
4.9
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

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

For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Fraubrunnen achieves a compatibility score of 6.5/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Fraubrunnen excels in Noise (9.6/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (1/10) — limited public transport connections, Taxation (1.2/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Nightlife & Dining (3.8/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

UnterstufeSchool

Public Transport

Büren zum HofTrain Station
GrafenriedTrain Station
FraubrunnenTrain Station
SchalunenTrain Station
Grafenried, Rest. KreuzBus Stop
Fraubrunnen, BahnhofBus Stop
Büren zum Hof, Abzw.Bus Stop
Fraubrunnen, Rest. LöwenBus 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 Fraubrunnen

What's it like to live in Fraubrunnen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Fraubrunnen stands out as a nature-focused commune where environmental quality dominates daily life. Transport connectivity scores critically low at 0.5, making car dependency inevitable for most residents. Education and dining options similarly lag, with scores of 2.1 and 1.5 respectively. Yet this small Bernese community of 5,122 inhabitants excels where it matters most to its character: noise levels reach an exceptional 9.6, while natural surroundings score 9.5. Air quality at 6.7 further supports a peaceful, green lifestyle. Nestled among neighbors Aefligen, Kernenried, and Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, Fraubrunnen suits nature lovers and retirees prioritizing tranquility over urban convenience.
How sunny and clean is the air in Fraubrunnen?
Fraubrunnen excels in environmental quietness and natural surroundings, yet air quality presents a weaker dimension. The commune scores 6.7 for air quality, indicating moderate conditions rather than pristine standards. Sunshine levels reach 4.9, suggesting moderate exposure throughout the year. What truly distinguishes this location is its exceptional noise environment at 9.6 and outstanding nature accessibility at 9.5, reflecting its rural character within the Bern agglomeration alongside neighbors Aefligen, Kernenried, and Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh. This profile suits nature lovers and those seeking peaceful surroundings over urban convenience.
How well-connected is Fraubrunnen? Transport, schools, dining
Fraubrunnen struggles with connectivity in urban amenities. Transport accessibility scores critically low at 0.5, while dining options are sparse at 1.5 and educational facilities score modestly at 2.1. However, this Bernese commune of 5,122 residents compensates with exceptional natural surroundings, boasting air quality at 6.7 and a remarkable nature score of 9.5. Noise levels are equally impressive at 9.6. Situated within the Bern agglomeration alongside neighbors Aefligen, Kernenried, and Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, Fraubrunnen prioritizes environment over convenience. This profile suits nature lovers and those prioritizing peaceful rural living over urban services.
What are the neighboring communes of Fraubrunnen and how big is it?
Fraubrunnen is a modest commune in the Bern canton with 5,122 inhabitants, bordered by Aefligen, Kernenried, and Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh. What sets this settlement apart is its exceptional environmental quality: noise levels score 9.6 and natural surroundings reach 9.5, making it remarkably peaceful and green. Yet transport connectivity remains a significant constraint at 0.5, reflecting its semi-rural character within the Bern agglomeration. Education and dining options similarly score low, at 2.1 and 1.5 respectively. These conditions suit nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility over urban convenience.
Is Fraubrunnen a tax-friendly municipality?
Fraubrunnen is not a tax-friendly municipality. Its fiscal score stands at 1.2, indicating notably high taxation relative to other communes. This represents the weakest dimension across all measured factors. However, the commune excels in environmental quality, with an air quality score of 6.7 and an exceptional noise level score of 9.6, complemented by a nature score of 9.5. These strengths reflect Fraubrunnen's rural character within the Bern agglomeration, shared with neighbors Aefligen, Kernenried, and Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh. The profile suits nature lovers and retirees prioritizing serene surroundings over tax advantages.

Neighboring communes of Fraubrunnen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22 %20–64 years 59.3 %65 and over 18.7 %
Density
162 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+8.2 %
Vacant housing
1.5 %
New dwellings
8.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.8 %
Tertiary employment
59 %

Land use

Built-up area 7.6 %Agricultural land 63.2 %Forest 28.7 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.0912, 7.5217
BFS Number
538
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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