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

4.9/ 10
Average
Population
209
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Roches (BE), a commune of 209 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 4.9/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.8/10) and Noise (9.4/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.4
Air Quality
6.9
Public Transport
0.8
Education & Culture
4.0
Nightlife & Dining
3.2
Nature & Green Spaces
9.8
Healthcare
7.1
Taxation
0.8
Annual Sunshine
2.2
Cantonal average

Roches (BE)'s national strengths

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Nature
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Family
Average
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Retirement
Average
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Young Professional
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Roches (BE) achieves a compatibility score of 6.5/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (3.7/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Roches (BE) excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.8/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (9.4/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Healthcare (7.1/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (0.8/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (0.8/10) — limited public transport connections, Annual Sunshine (2.2/10).

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

Cheval blancBus 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 Delémont as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Delémont as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Delémont in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Delémont Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Roches (BE)

What's it like to live in Roches (BE)? Resident impressions and quality of life
Roches stands out for its exceptional nature score of 9.8, reflecting outstanding access to green spaces and countryside. This tiny commune of 209 residents in Bern's Delémont agglomeration also boasts remarkable quiet, with a noise rating of 9.4. Meanwhile, air quality scores a solid 7.8. The main trade-offs are limited transport options (0.4) and minimal dining facilities (1.2), reflecting its rural character nestled among neighbors Belprahon, Moutier, and Courrendlin. Education and fiscal services are similarly sparse, scoring below 1. Healthcare remains moderately accessible at 6.5. This profile suits those prioritizing tranquility and natural surroundings over urban convenience. Explore the detailed scores on the map to discover how Roches aligns with your lifestyle preferences.
How sunny and clean is the air in Roches (BE)?
Roches earns a striking 9.8 for nature, reflecting its exceptional environmental character. Air quality scores respectably at 7.8, indicating clean surroundings in this small rural commune of 209 inhabitants. By contrast, sunshine exposure registers modestly at 2.2, suggesting cloud cover or topographical shading typical of the Jura region. The commune's principal strength lies in its natural setting, meanwhile noise levels remain notably low at 9.4. Explore the detailed environmental profile and compare neighboring Belprahon, Moutier, and Courrendlin on the map to discover how location shapes living conditions here.
How well-connected is Roches (BE)? Transport, schools, dining
Roches stands out for exceptional natural environment quality, with a nature score of 9.8, though connectivity scores reveal significant limitations. Transport accessibility is notably weak at 0.4, reflecting its rural character in the Delémont agglomeration. Education and dining options similarly score low at 0.9 and 1.2 respectively, indicating minimal local services. By contrast, air quality reaches 7.8, supporting the area's appeal for those prioritizing environmental conditions over urban amenities. Residents typically rely on neighboring communes like Belprahon, Moutier, and Courrendlin for schools and restaurants. Explore the detailed scores on the map to understand how Roches suits your lifestyle priorities.
What are the neighboring communes of Roches (BE) and how big is it?
Roches is a very small commune in Bern's Jura region, with just 209 inhabitants. Its exceptional nature score of 9.8 reflects the pristine environment surrounding this rural settlement. The commune borders three neighbors: Belprahon, Moutier, and Courrendlin. Despite its tiny population, Roches demonstrates strong environmental quality, notably air conditions at 7.8, though it lacks urban services—transport and dining options score near zero. Health services reach a moderate 6.5. This intimate village setting prioritizes landscape preservation over infrastructure development. Explore the detailed scores and map view to understand how Roches balances its natural assets against limited accessibility.
Is Roches (BE) a tax-friendly municipality?
Roches (BE) scores 0.8 on fiscal friendliness, indicating limited tax advantages compared to other Swiss communes. This is notably the weakest dimension across the municipality's profile. By contrast, the commune excels dramatically in nature preservation with a score of 9.8, alongside exceptional air quality at 7.8. As a small commune of 209 inhabitants near the Delémont agglomeration, Roches prioritizes environmental stewardship over fiscal incentives. Those relocating primarily for tax benefits may find better options among neighboring municipalities like Belprahon, Moutier, or Courrendlin. Explore the full scoring details on the map to compare fiscal policies across the region.

Neighboring communes of Roches (BE)

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 10.9 %20–64 years 66.2 %65 and over 22.9 %
Density
22 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-7.4 %
Vacant housing
0 %
New dwellings
5.1 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
4 %
Tertiary employment
35.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 3.9 %Agricultural land 23.4 %Forest 71.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3017, 7.3772
BFS Number
704
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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