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Quality of life in Hemishofen (Schaffhausen) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.5/ 10
Fair
Population
422
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Hemishofen, a commune of 422 inhabitants in Canton Schaffhausen — with an overall score of 5.5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.9/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.9
Air Quality
6.6
Public Transport
0.1
Education & Culture
4.3
Nightlife & Dining
3.3
Nature & Green Spaces
9.7
Healthcare
6.8
Taxation
5.5
Annual Sunshine
3.2
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Good
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Retirement
Good
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Family
Fair
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Young Professional
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Hemishofen achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.4/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Hemishofen excels in Noise (9.9/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (6.8/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.1/10) — limited public transport connections, Annual Sunshine (3.2/10), Nightlife & Dining (3.3/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

HemishofenTrain Station
Hemishofen DorfBus 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 Schaffhausen as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Schaffhausen as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Schaffhausen in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Schaffhausen Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Hemishofen

What's it like to live in Hemishofen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Hemishofen is a rural commune defined by exceptional environmental quality. Air quality scores 7.6 and nature access reaches 9.7, making it ideal for those prioritizing clean surroundings and outdoor living. Noise levels are outstanding at 9.9, ensuring peaceful daily life. Healthcare services score 6.2, providing adequate medical access. However, the commune offers minimal public transport (0) and limited dining options (1.3), reflecting its small size of 422 residents nestled among neighbors Ramsen, Stein am Rhein, and Wagenhausen. Education infrastructure is modest at 1.8. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility over urban convenience, though those dependent on public transit should consider nearby alternatives in the Schaffhausen agglomeration.
How sunny and clean is the air in Hemishofen?
Hemishofen distinguishes itself through exceptional quietness and outstanding access to nature. The commune scores 9.7 for nature, reflecting its rural setting along the Rhine valley. Air quality measures 7.6, indicating good conditions typical of the region's low-density character. However, sunlight exposure scores notably lower at 3.2, suggesting frequent cloud cover or topographical shading common to this northern Swiss location. The commune's neighbors—Ramsen, Stein am Rhein, and Wagenhausen—share similar environmental profiles. This profile suits nature lovers and those seeking peaceful, verdant surroundings over consistently sunny climates.
How well-connected is Hemishofen? Transport, schools, dining
Hemishofen is a quiet rural commune where connectivity is notably limited. Transport infrastructure scores 0, reflecting minimal public transit and car-dependent access. Education and dining similarly lag, with scores of 1.8 and 1.3 respectively, indicating few local schools and restaurants within the commune itself. However, Hemishofen's exceptional strengths lie elsewhere: air quality reaches 7.6 and nature access scores 9.7, making it an exceptionally clean, nature-rich setting. Located in the Schaffhausen agglomeration, residents can access larger services in nearby towns like Stein am Rhein and Ramsen. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility over urban convenience, rather than young professionals or families prioritizing schools and dining options.
What are the neighboring communes of Hemishofen and how big is it?
Hemishofen is a very small commune in Schaffhausen with just 422 inhabitants. It borders three neighbors: Ramsen, Stein am Rhein, and Wagenhausen. Despite its tiny size, this settlement excels in environmental quality, with outstanding air purity scoring 7.6 and remarkable noise levels at 9.9. Nature access is equally impressive at 9.7. The commune offers minimal public transport infrastructure, scoring 0. Healthcare services remain moderately available at 6.2. This profile suits nature lovers and those seeking peaceful, rural living away from urban amenities and traffic.
Is Hemishofen a tax-friendly municipality?
Hemishofen is not particularly tax-friendly, with a fiscal score of 5.5. This modest rating places it around the middle range for Swiss communes and suggests tax burden is not a distinguishing advantage here. What truly sets this small commune apart are its exceptional environmental qualities: air quality scores 7.6 and nature access reaches 9.7, reflecting its rural character near neighbors like Stein am Rhein and Ramsen. The noise level is outstanding at 9.9. If lower taxes are your priority, Hemishofen may not deliver, but nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil setting will find considerable appeal.

Neighboring communes of Hemishofen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 15.8 %20–64 years 64.8 %65 and over 19.4 %
Density
60 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+14.5 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
2.1 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
48.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 5.6 %Agricultural land 35.4 %Forest 55.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Schaffhausen (SH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.6899, 8.8440
BFS Number
2962
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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