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Quality of life in Oberkirch (Lucerne): scores, review and neighborhoods

6.7/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
4,636
Commune type
Village

Living in Oberkirch, a commune of 4636 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne. With an overall score of 6.7/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Healthcare (9.3/10) and Education & Culture (8.9/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.6
Air Quality
5.0
Public Transport
4.6
Education & Culture
8.9
Nightlife & Dining
8.7
Nature & Green Spaces
6.0
Healthcare
9.3
Taxation
5.0
Annual Sunshine
4.3
Cantonal average

These scores summarise the living environment where residents actually live, not across the whole municipal territory. The map, by contrast, colours the territory: a highly rated commune can still show large, often uninhabited areas with weaker values.

Recommended Profiles

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

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Oberkirch achieves a compatibility score of 6.8/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.3/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Oberkirch excels in Healthcare (9.3/10, excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals), Education & Culture (8.9/10, excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues), Nightlife & Dining (8.7/10, a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (4.3/10), Public Transport (4.6/10, limited public transport connections).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Ramseier ErlebnisweltMuseum
Kultur- und HeimatmuseumMuseum
Campus SurseeSchool
Schulhaus ZentrumSchool

Public Transport

Oberkirch LUTrain Station
MünigenBus Stop
Oberkirch DorfBus Stop
Oberkirch SchuleBus Stop
Zum goldenen WagenBus Stop
Terra AltaBus Stop
FeldhöfliBus Stop
Campus SurseeBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

SempacherseepraxisDoctor
Praxis Dr. Winter UdoDoctor
Praxis Wirbelwind Dr. Marti/Hurni/HäfligerDoctor

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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Considering buying property in Oberkirch or moving to Canton Lucerne? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Oberkirch

What's it like to live in Oberkirch? Resident impressions and quality of life
Living in Oberkirch means dealing with limited public transport, which scores just 4.6, and modest sunshine at 4.3. By contrast, healthcare stands out at 9.3, alongside education at 8.9 and dining at 8.7. Air quality sits at 5.0 and nature at 6.0, while noise levels are comparatively low at 8.6. Fiscal pressure is moderate at 5.0. With 4,636 residents in the Lucerne agglomeration, Oberkirch sits near Sursee, Nottwil, and Schenkon, giving access to a broader regional network. The profile suggests a quiet commune where everyday health and education infrastructure are strong points, though car-free mobility and winter light are weaker. Explore the full score breakdown on the map to see how each dimension fits your priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Oberkirch?
Oberkirch's most striking score is its healthcare access at 9.3, yet air quality sits at only 5.0 and sunshine at 4.3, the weakest dimensions for this Lucerne commune. With 4,636 residents, these environmental scores matter for daily life. Education, at 8.9, and dining, at 8.7, stand out as the strongest assets, while noise registers a favorable 8.6. Transport, by contrast, scores 4.6, and nature reaches 6.0. Neighboring Sursee, Nottwil, and Schenkon offer additional context for the wider area. Explore the map to see how these values compare across the region.
How well-connected is Oberkirch? Transport, schools, dining
Oberkirch's most striking score is its healthcare access at 9.3, yet transport is the weakest dimension at just 4.6. Education scores strongly at 8.9, and dining follows closely at 8.7, suggesting solid local amenities despite limited transit links. Air quality sits at 5, nature at 6, and noise at 8.6, a relatively quiet profile. Notably, the commune of 4,636 residents lies in the Lucerne agglomeration, with Sursee, Nottwil, and Schenkon as neighbors. By contrast, fiscal conditions and sunshine both register 5 and 4.3 respectively. For a fuller picture of how these dimensions compare, explore the detailed scores on the map.
What are the neighboring communes of Oberkirch and how big is it?
With a healthcare score of 9.3, Oberkirch stands out for medical provision, though its weakest dimension is sunshine at just 4.3. The commune has 4,636 inhabitants and sits in the Lucerne agglomeration. Its neighbors are Sursee, Nottwil and Schenkon. Education (8.9) and dining (8.7) are the other strong points, while transport (4.6) and fiscalité (5) remain moderate. Air quality scores 5 and nature 6, so the balance leans toward services rather than landscape. For a full picture of how these scores compare, explore the details on the map.
Is Oberkirch a tax-friendly municipality?
With a fiscal score of 5, Oberkirch sits mid-range on tax friendliness. The weakest dimension is sunshine at 4.3, followed by transport at 4.6 and air at 5. By contrast, healthcare stands out at 9.3, education at 8.9 and dining at 8.7, while noise sits at 8.6 and nature at 6. For a commune of 4,636 residents in the Lucerne agglomeration, these figures suggest fiscal appeal is moderate rather than a defining strength. Meanwhile, neighboring Sursee, Nottwil and Schenkon may offer different fiscal profiles worth comparing. Explore the detailed score breakdown on the map to see how Oberkirch's taxation fits your priorities.

Neighboring communes of Oberkirch

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22.7 %20–64 years 63.1 %65 and over 14.1 %
Density
527 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+30.0 %
Vacant housing
0.7 %
New dwellings
7.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
0.9 %
Tertiary employment
89.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 22.3 %Agricultural land 64.3 %Forest 12.2 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1509, 8.1044
BFS Number
1095
Last updated
7 October 2026

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

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