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Quality of life in Soubey (Jura) — scores, review and neighborhoods

4.8/ 10
Average
Population
133
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Soubey, a commune of 133 inhabitants in Canton Jura — with an overall score of 4.8/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.8/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
6.3
Public Transport
0.3
Education & Culture
1.2
Nightlife & Dining
2.6
Nature & Green Spaces
9.8
Healthcare
5.6
Taxation
2.4
Annual Sunshine
5.0
Cantonal average

Soubey's national strengths

#1 in Switzerland · Noise ↗Top 25 · Nature & Green Spaces ↗
Per our methodology ↗

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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Soubey achieves a compatibility score of 6.9/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (3.6/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Soubey excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.8/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.3/10) — limited public transport connections, Education & Culture (1.2/10) — limited educational and cultural infrastructure, Taxation (2.4/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

Soubey VillageBus Stop
Restaurant RelaisBus Stop
ChercenayBus 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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Considering buying property in Soubey or moving to Canton Jura? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Soubey

What's it like to live in Soubey? Resident impressions and quality of life
Soubey excels in noise levels, scoring 10 for an exceptionally quiet environment. However, transport connectivity presents a significant challenge at 0.1, reflecting its rural character in Jura. The commune shines in nature access with 9.8, complemented by solid air quality at 7.7. Health services score 5.4, while education and dining options remain limited at 1 and 1.1 respectively. Fiscal conditions score 2.4. Located near Delémont and bordered by Les Enfers, Montfaucon, and Saint-Brais, Soubey suits those prioritizing tranquility and natural surroundings over urban amenities. Explore the detailed scores on the map to assess how this profile aligns with your lifestyle preferences.
How sunny and clean is the air in Soubey?
Soubey stands out remarkably for its quiet environment with a noise score of 10, though sunshine proves challenging with a score of 0. Air quality is moderately favorable at 7.7, indicating relatively clean air despite the commune's limited exposure to direct sunlight. The weakness in solar conditions contrasts with the strength of its natural surroundings, which score 9.8. These environmental factors reflect the commune's alpine Jura location, where cloud cover and topography influence both brightness and air composition. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to understand how Soubey's climate and air quality compare with neighboring communes.
How well-connected is Soubey? Transport, schools, dining
Soubey faces significant connectivity challenges across multiple dimensions. Transport access is particularly weak at 0.1, while education and dining options score similarly low at 1 and 1.1 respectively. The commune's population of 133 residents reflects its rural character near the Delémont agglomeration. More positively, noise pollution remains minimal at 10, and air quality is respectable at 7.7. Those prioritizing outdoor living will appreciate the strong nature score of 9.8. For detailed insights into services and amenities across these dimensions, explore Soubey's full profile on the map.
What are the neighboring communes of Soubey and how big is it?
Soubey is a very small commune with a population of just 133 residents, situated in the Jura canton. It borders three neighboring communes: Les Enfers, Montfaucon, and Saint-Brais. Despite its modest size, Soubey demonstrates notable strengths in environmental quality, with a noise score of 10 and nature score of 9.8, reflecting its rural character. However, the commune faces significant challenges in transport accessibility, scoring 0.1, and education services, scoring 1. Located within the Delémont agglomeration, Soubey offers a quiet, nature-rich setting for those prioritizing environmental conditions. Explore the detailed profiles of Soubey and its neighboring communes on the map to understand how they compare across all dimensions.
Is Soubey a tax-friendly municipality?
Soubey scores 2.4 on fiscal policy, indicating it is not particularly tax-friendly compared to other Swiss communes. The municipality's weakest dimension is sunshine exposure at 0, while its strongest scores are nature at 9.8 and noise levels at 10. With a population of 133, Soubey is a small commune in the Jura canton, part of the Delémont agglomeration. Its neighbors include Les Enfers, Montfaucon, and Saint-Brais. For detailed comparisons with surrounding municipalities and further insights into Soubey's fiscal characteristics, explore the full profile on the map.

Neighboring communes of Soubey

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 9.8 %20–64 years 61 %65 and over 29.3 %
Density
9 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-16.3 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.

Land use

Built-up area 2.2 %Agricultural land 38.4 %Forest 56.7 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Jura (JU)
Language region
French-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3120, 7.0465
BFS Number
6759
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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