Quality of life in Walliswil bei Niederbipp (Bern) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.2/ 10
Average
Population
241
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Walliswil bei Niederbipp, a commune of 241 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.2/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10) and Noise (8.9/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.9
Air Quality
5.6
Public Transport
0.3
Education & Culture
4.4
Nightlife & Dining
5.2
Nature & Green Spaces
9.4
Healthcare
5.4
Taxation
3.0
Annual Sunshine
4.3
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Fair
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Nature
Average
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Retirement
Average
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Family
Average
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Walliswil bei Niederbipp achieves a compatibility score of 6.5/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.3/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Walliswil bei Niederbipp excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (8.9/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.3/10) — limited public transport connections, Taxation (3/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Annual Sunshine (4.3/10).

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Guides to read for this area

Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.

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Frequently asked questions about Walliswil bei Niederbipp

What's it like to live in Walliswil bei Niederbipp? Resident impressions and quality of life
Walliswil bei Niederbipp is a tiny rural commune where nature and tranquility dominate daily life. The settlement's most significant weakness is transport access, scoring just 0.1, reflecting its remote location in the Biel/Bienne region. Education and dining options are equally limited at 1.4 and 2.0 respectively. However, this trade-off brings exceptional rewards: nature scores 9.4 and air quality reaches 8.9, creating an exceptionally clean, green environment. Low noise pollution at 8.9 completes the peaceful picture. It is worth noting that healthcare and fiscal conditions remain moderate. With its three neighbors—Berken, Walliswil bei Wangen, and Oberbipp—the commune offers a quiet, nature-focused lifestyle. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking escape from urban pressures, though families and young professionals should weigh the severe transport limitations.
How sunny and clean is the air in Walliswil bei Niederbipp?
Walliswil bei Niederbipp stands out for exceptional noise levels and remarkable natural surroundings, though sunshine remains modest. Air quality scores 6.6, indicating moderate cleanliness—adequate but not exceptional for this small rural commune near Biel/Bienne. Sunlight exposure registers 4.3, suggesting limited bright days relative to regional averages. It is worth noting that these environmental factors reflect the commune's position within the Jura foothills alongside neighbors Berken, Walliswil bei Wangen, and Oberbipp. The standout strength is nature access, scoring 9.4—truly exceptional. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking quiet, forested settings over sun-drenched locations.
How well-connected is Walliswil bei Niederbipp? Transport, schools, dining
Walliswil bei Niederbipp is a very small commune where connectivity is limited across most services. Transport links score just 0.1, reflecting minimal public transit access, while education and dining options are similarly sparse at 1.4 and 2 respectively. This rural settlement of 241 inhabitants prioritizes nature and peace over urban conveniences. It is worth noting that the commune's greatest strengths lie elsewhere: exceptional quietness at 8.9 and outstanding natural surroundings at 9.4. Located within the Biel/Bienne agglomeration and neighboring Berken, Walliswil bei Wangen, and Oberbipp, this profile suits nature lovers and those seeking tranquility, not professionals requiring dense services.
What are the neighboring communes of Walliswil bei Niederbipp and how big is it?
Walliswil bei Niederbipp is a tiny commune in Bern with just 241 inhabitants, nestled among Berken, Walliswil bei Wangen, and Oberbipp. Its defining strength is nature, scoring 9.4, paired with exceptional quiet at 8.9—a rare combination that reflects its rural character. Air quality is moderate at 6.6, while transport infrastructure is minimal at 0.1, reflecting limited connectivity typical of such small settlements. It is worth noting that education and dining options score very low, at 1.4 and 2 respectively. This profile suits nature lovers and those seeking tranquility over convenience, though prospective residents should accept significant trade-offs in accessibility and services.
Is Walliswil bei Niederbipp a tax-friendly municipality?
Walliswil bei Niederbipp does not stand out as particularly tax-friendly, with a fiscal score of only 3.0 out of 10. This small commune of 241 residents in Bern canton scores weakest on taxation among its measured dimensions. It is worth noting that what the municipality lacks in fiscal advantage, it compensates for substantially in environmental quality—air purity scores 6.6 and nature access reaches an impressive 9.4. Noise levels are also notably low at 8.9. Prospective residents prioritizing tax savings should explore alternatives in the region; however, nature lovers and those seeking a quiet rural setting will find this commune within the Biel/Bienne agglomeration highly appealing.

Neighboring communes of Walliswil bei Niederbipp

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 15.7 %20–64 years 59.4 %65 and over 24.9 %
Density
148 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+5.3 %
Vacant housing
4.2 %
New dwellings
4.5 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
57.4 %

Land use

Built-up area 16.3 %Agricultural land 53.7 %Forest 20.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.2369, 7.6931
BFS Number
990
Last updated
29 June 2026

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