Quality of life in Le Bémont (JU) (Jura) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.5/ 10
Fair
Population
326
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Le Bémont (JU), a commune of 326 inhabitants in Canton Jura — with an overall score of 5.5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
7.4
Public Transport
0.2
Education & Culture
3.6
Nightlife & Dining
3.2
Nature & Green Spaces
9.7
Healthcare
7.3
Taxation
2.9
Annual Sunshine
5.2
Cantonal average

Le Bémont (JU)'s national strengths

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Nature
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Good
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Family
Good
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Young Professional
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Le Bémont (JU) achieves a compatibility score of 7.3/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.2/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Le Bémont (JU) excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Air Quality (7.4/10) — clean air with low pollutant concentrations.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.2/10) — limited public transport connections, Taxation (2.9/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Nightlife & Dining (3.2/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

Le BémontTrain Station
Le Bémont VillageBus Stop

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 Le Bémont (JU)

What's it like to live in Le Bémont (JU)? Resident impressions and quality of life
Compared to neighbors Saignelégier, Montfaucon, and Les Enfers, Le Bémont offers a distinctly nature-focused lifestyle. The commune excels in environmental quality, with outstanding noise levels at 10 and air quality at 8.3, making it exceptionally peaceful. Nature access is equally impressive at 9.7, providing residents direct connection to the Jura landscape. It is worth noting that public transport connectivity is minimal at 0.1, reflecting its rural character. Educational facilities score modestly at 1.7, and dining options are limited at 1.1. The main tradeoff here is clear: Le Bémont delivers serene, nature-rich living with excellent air and quiet, but demands self-sufficiency in transportation and accepts fewer urban conveniences typical of larger settlements.
How sunny and clean is the air in Le Bémont (JU)?
Compared to its neighbors Saignelégier, Montfaucon, and Les Enfers, Le Bémont stands out for exceptional air quality and noise levels rather than sunshine. The commune scores impressively on air quality at 8.3 and noise at 10, reflecting its rural setting. The sunshine score of 5.2 is moderate, suggesting typical Jura cloud cover and elevation effects. It is worth noting that while Le Bémont excels in environmental cleanliness, its relatively modest sun exposure reveals the characteristic weather patterns of this mountainous region, presenting a classic tradeoff between pristine air and consistent daylight hours.
How well-connected is Le Bémont (JU)? Transport, schools, dining
Le Bémont lags noticeably behind neighbors like Saignelégier, Montfaucon, and Les Enfers when it comes to connectivity and services. The commune's standout strength is its natural environment, scoring 9.7 for nature access, paired with excellent air quality at 8.3. However, transport infrastructure is severely limited, with a score of just 0.1—reflecting its small size and rural character. Educational facilities score 1.7, and dining options are similarly sparse at 1.1. It is worth noting that Le Bémont's 326 residents appear to depend on nearby Delémont for most daily services. The core tradeoff here is clear: residents gain exceptional natural amenities and tranquility but accept minimal public transport, schooling, and restaurant choices within the commune itself.
What are the neighboring communes of Le Bémont (JU) and how big is it?
Le Bémont (JU) is a notably small commune with 326 residents, considerably smaller than its neighbors Saignelégier, Montfaucon, and Les Enfers. Despite its compact size, the commune excels in environmental quality, scoring 9.7 for nature access and 10 for noise levels—among its strongest dimensions. Health services score 6.7, reflecting moderate accessibility. Worth flagging, however, is the commune's significant weakness in public transport, scoring just 0.1, which constrains mobility options for residents. The main tradeoff is clear: Le Bémont offers exceptional natural surroundings and tranquility, but at the cost of limited infrastructure and connectivity compared to larger neighboring communes.
Is Le Bémont (JU) a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to neighbors like Saignelégier, Montfaucon, and Les Enfers, Le Bémont presents a mixed fiscal profile. The commune's tax score of 2.9 places it at a significant disadvantage for those prioritizing low taxation. It is worth noting that environmental quality stands as a genuine strength, with noise pollution scoring 10 and nature access at 9.7—rare advantages in rural Jura. Air quality also performs well at 8.3. However, beyond these environmental merits, Le Bémont offers limited economic appeal. Public services remain sparse, with education at 1.7 and dining options at 1.1. The fundamental tradeoff is clear: those seeking tax efficiency should look elsewhere, but residents valuing tranquility and natural surroundings may find the fiscal burden acceptable in exchange for environmental quality.

Neighboring communes of Le Bémont (JU)

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22.7 %20–64 years 58.7 %65 and over 18.6 %
Density
28 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-2.1 %
Vacant housing
0 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
24.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 4.3 %Agricultural land 68.1 %Forest 26.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Jura (JU)
Language region
French-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.2612, 7.0394
BFS Number
6741
Last updated
29 June 2026

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