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Quality of life in Dierikon (Lucerne) — scores, review and neighborhoods

6.0/ 10
Good
Population
1,426
Commune type
Village

Living in Dierikon, a commune of 1426 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne — with an overall score of 6/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.2/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (8.5/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.2
Air Quality
5.4
Public Transport
2.4
Education & Culture
7.6
Nightlife & Dining
7.1
Nature & Green Spaces
8.5
Healthcare
7.4
Taxation
4.4
Annual Sunshine
2.2
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Family
Good
mediantop
Retirement
Good
mediantop
Nature
Average
mediantop

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Dierikon achieves a compatibility score of 6.4/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.5/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Dierikon excels in Noise (9.2/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (8.5/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Education & Culture (7.6/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (2.2/10), Public Transport (2.4/10) — limited public transport connections, Taxation (4.4/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Primarschule DierikonSchool

Public Transport

Dierikon MigrosBus 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 Lucerne as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Lucerne as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Lucerne in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Lucerne Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Dierikon

What's it like to live in Dierikon? Resident impressions and quality of life
Dierikon offers a notably quieter environment than its neighbors Udligenswil, Adligenswil, and Buchrain, with an exceptional noise score of 9.2. This small commune of 1,426 residents excels particularly in nature access, scoring 8.5, making it attractive for those seeking outdoor spaces and green surroundings. Air quality is adequate at 6.4, supporting a pleasant residential setting. However, the commune shows significant limitations in transport connectivity, scoring just 1.4, which substantially constrains daily commuting options and accessibility. Education and dining facilities also lag at 5.1 and 3.4 respectively. For prospective residents, Dierikon presents a fundamental tradeoff: exceptional peace and natural environment come at the cost of poor transport infrastructure and limited urban amenities. This profile suits those prioritizing tranquility over convenience.
How sunny and clean is the air in Dierikon?
Dierikon stands apart from its neighbors Udligenswil, Adligenswil, and Buchrain in environmental quality. The commune excels notably in air quality, with a score of 6.4, reflecting relatively clean conditions for this small lakeside settlement. Nature scores an impressive 8.5, indicating strong natural surroundings and green space accessibility. However, sunshine availability presents a significant limitation, scoring just 2.2—considerably lower than typical Swiss communes, likely due to the region's topography and cloud patterns. Thus, residents benefit from pristine air and abundant natural environments but should expect limited sunny days throughout the year. This represents the commune's primary tradeoff: exceptional natural conditions paired with notably reduced sunshine exposure.
How well-connected is Dierikon? Transport, schools, dining
Dierikon lags notably behind its neighbors Udligenswil, Adligenswil, and Buchrain in connectivity metrics. Transport access is particularly limited, with a score of 1.4, reflecting sparse public transit options typical of smaller communes. Education facilities score moderately at 5.1, providing basic schooling infrastructure. Dining and leisure options remain underdeveloped at 3.4, limiting everyday amenities. This rural profile presents a tradeoff: residents gain proximity to nature (scored 8.5) and low noise pollution (9.2), yet sacrifice the convenience and services found in more densely connected areas. Those prioritizing accessibility over quietude may find Dierikon's isolation challenging.
What are the neighboring communes of Dierikon and how big is it?
Dierikon is a small commune of 1,426 inhabitants in Lucerne's agglomeration, comparable in scale to its neighbors Udligenswil, Adligenswil, and Buchrain. The commune stands out for its exceptional noise environment at 9.2 and strong natural surroundings with a score of 8.5, making it particularly appealing for those seeking quietness and outdoor access. However, transport connectivity presents a significant challenge, scoring only 1.4. This reflects the essential tradeoff of rural Swiss communes: Dierikon offers peace and natural amenities but requires reliance on personal mobility or limited public transit options.
Is Dierikon a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to neighbors like Udligenswil, Adligenswil, and Buchrain, Dierikon shows moderate fiscal characteristics. With a tax score of 4.4, the commune sits in the middle range rather than offering exceptional advantages. The municipality's strongest dimension is noise control at 9.2, reflecting a quiet, peaceful environment ideal for residents prioritizing tranquility. Nature access is similarly strong at 8.5. However, tax competitiveness remains a weaker area. Thus, those seeking a tax-optimized location should compare Dierikon's fiscal policies directly with comparable communes in the Lucerne region. The main tradeoff here is between Dierikon's excellent quality of life—particularly noise and nature scores—and its moderate rather than advantageous tax positioning.

Neighboring communes of Dierikon

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22.2 %20–64 years 65.2 %65 and over 12.7 %
Density
534 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+2.6 %
Vacant housing
3.7 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.8 %
Tertiary employment
75.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 17.7 %Agricultural land 57.8 %Forest 22.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.0935, 8.3709
BFS Number
1053
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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