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

5.5/ 10
Fair
Population
8,973
Commune type
Town

Living in Wohlen bei Bern, a commune of 8973 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.5/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.5
Air Quality
5.7
Public Transport
0.5
Education & Culture
5.7
Nightlife & Dining
4.1
Nature & Green Spaces
9.5
Healthcare
7.0
Taxation
1.7
Annual Sunshine
6.1
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Good
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Family
Good
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Retirement
Good
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Young Professional
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Wohlen bei Bern achieves a compatibility score of 6.9/10. 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: Wohlen bei Bern excels in Noise (9.5/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (7/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.5/10) — limited public transport connections, Taxation (1.7/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Nightlife & Dining (4.1/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Gemeindebibliothek / Ludothek WohlenLibrary
Offene Schule BernSchool
Säriswil Schulhausgelände (Offene Schule Bern)School
Primarschule WohlenSchool
Primarschule MurzelenSchool
Primarschule KappelenfeldSchool
Oberstufenschule HinterkappelenSchool
Schule UettligenSchool

Public Transport

IlliswilBus Stop
Säriswil, SchulhausBus Stop
Säriswil, DorfBus Stop
Säriswil, BirchiBus Stop
Säriswil, WendeplatzBus Stop
OberwohlenBus Stop
Wohlen GemeindehausBus Stop
Uettligen, Abzweigung MöriswilBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

ZulligerDoctor
Dorf ApothekeDoctor
Amani HennigDoctor
Praxis BuscheDoctor

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 Wohlen bei Bern

What's it like to live in Wohlen bei Bern? Resident impressions and quality of life
Wohlen bei Bern stands out for exceptional environmental quality, with noise and nature scores both reaching 9.5. The commune offers a serene setting within the Bern agglomeration, complemented by decent air quality at 6.8 and moderate sunshine at 6.1. Health services score 6.4, supporting resident wellbeing. However, public transport connectivity is notably limited at 0.3, and educational facilities score just 2.6, which may concern families seeking robust schooling options. Restaurant and hospitality amenities lag similarly at 1.6, while fiscal conditions rate 1.7. The fundamental tradeoff here is clear: Wohlen bei Bern delivers outstanding natural tranquility and environmental standards, yet those seeking convenient urban services and transit access may find significant constraints. Neighbors include Meikirch, Frauenkappelen, and Seedorf (BE).
How sunny and clean is the air in Wohlen bei Bern?
Wohlen bei Bern stands out for its exceptional environmental quality, with a noise score of 9.5 reflecting a remarkably quiet setting. Air quality scores 6.8, indicating reasonably clean air, while sunshine levels reach 6.1 out of ten, providing moderate brightness throughout the year. Nature access is equally impressive at 9.5, contributing significantly to the commune's appeal as a green, peaceful residential area. The main tradeoff here involves limited urban services and transport connectivity—residents gain exceptional natural surroundings and tranquility but sacrifice convenient access to amenities and public transit infrastructure typical of larger agglomerations. Overall, Wohlen bei Bern caters well to those prioritizing environmental comfort and quietness over urban convenience.
How well-connected is Wohlen bei Bern? Transport, schools, dining
Wohlen bei Bern faces significant connectivity challenges, with transport scoring just 0.3 out of 10. School access is equally limited at 2.6, while dining options are sparse at 1.6. These low scores reflect the commune's rural character within the Bern agglomeration. The settlement does, however, benefit from excellent environmental quality, with noise and nature both scoring 9.5. For residents, this represents a clear tradeoff: Wohlen bei Bern offers tranquility and natural surroundings but requires acceptance of limited urban services and amenities. Those prioritizing accessibility would need to look toward nearby centers or neighboring communes like Meikirch, Frauenkappelen, or Seedorf for better service provision.
What are the neighboring communes of Wohlen bei Bern and how big is it?
Wohlen bei Bern, with a population of 8,973 residents, is a small commune in the Bern agglomeration. It borders three neighbors: Meikirch, Frauenkappelen, and Seedorf (BE). The commune excels notably in noise control and natural environment, both scoring 9.5, reflecting its relatively quiet setting and green surroundings. Air quality also performs well at 6.8. However, transport connectivity presents a significant challenge with a score of 0.3, indicating limited public transit options. This reveals the core tradeoff: Wohlen bei Bern offers exceptional environmental quality and tranquility, but residents accept substantial limitations in mobility and accessibility to regional services.
Is Wohlen bei Bern a tax-friendly municipality?
Wohlen bei Bern's tax score of 1.7 indicates limited tax advantages compared to other Swiss communes. While the municipality excels in environmental quality, with noise and nature scores both reaching 9.5, fiscal conditions present a notable constraint. Air quality at 6.8 offers moderate support for residential appeal. The weak fiscal rating reflects higher relative tax burdens, which residents should weigh against the commune's exceptional natural surroundings and quiet atmosphere. For those prioritizing tax efficiency, neighboring Meikirch, Frauenkappelen, and Seedorf may warrant comparison. Overall, Wohlen bei Bern presents an environmental-quality-first tradeoff rather than a fiscally advantaged location.

Neighboring communes of Wohlen bei Bern

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.3 %20–64 years 53.4 %65 and over 28.2 %
Density
255 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+3.9 %
Vacant housing
0.6 %
New dwellings
0.8 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.6 %
Tertiary employment
67.9 %

Land use

Built-up area 8.4 %Agricultural land 54.6 %Forest 32.8 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.9827, 7.3477
BFS Number
360
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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