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Quality of life in Cugy (VD) (Vaud) — scores, review and neighborhoods

6.7/ 10
Top 10% in SwitzerlandExcellent
Population
2,372
Commune type
Village

Living in Cugy (VD), a commune of 2372 inhabitants in Canton Vaud — with an overall score of 6.7/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Education & Culture (8.8/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
5.7
Public Transport
3.4
Education & Culture
8.8
Nightlife & Dining
7.1
Nature & Green Spaces
8.7
Healthcare
8.0
Taxation
1.6
Annual Sunshine
7.2
Cantonal average

Cugy (VD)'s national strengths

#1 in Switzerland · Noise ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Family
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
mediantop
Retirement
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Young Professional
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop

For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Cugy (VD) achieves a compatibility score of 7.3/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.9/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Cugy (VD) excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Education & Culture (8.8/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nature & Green Spaces (8.7/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.6/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (3.4/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Bibliothèque intercommunale du Haut-Talent - site de CugyLibrary
Collège de l'Epi d'OrSchool
Collège de la CombeSchool

Public Transport

Cugy-VillageBus Stop
Cugy-PosteBus Stop
CavenetteBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Pharmacie de CugyDoctor

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 Lausanne as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Lausanne as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Lausanne in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Lausanne Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Cugy (VD)

What's it like to live in Cugy (VD)? Resident impressions and quality of life
Cugy offers a notably peaceful rural setting with excellent noise control, scoring 10 for sound environment. Nature access is strong at 8.7, and sunshine exposure reaches 7.2, creating pleasant outdoor conditions. However, public transport connectivity is limited at 2.1, making car dependency likely for daily commuting. Dining and restaurant options are also modest at 2.8. Air quality scores 6.7, while education and healthcare services rate 5.8 and 6.6 respectively. Tax burden is favorable at 1.6. Located within the Lausanne agglomeration alongside neighbors Morrens, Bretigny-sur-Morrens, and Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Cugy essentially trades urban convenience and services for tranquility and natural surroundings—appealing primarily to those prioritizing calm living over accessibility.
How sunny and clean is the air in Cugy (VD)?
Cugy (VD) offers notably strong sunshine with a score of 7.2, making it an attractive option for those seeking bright conditions. However, air quality is moderate at 6.7, indicating room for improvement in this area. The commune excels in noise levels, scoring 10, which complements its sunny character and creates a generally pleasant living environment. Nature access is also strong at 8.7, providing green space despite the moderate air quality. Located near neighbors including Morrens, Bretigny-sur-Morrens, and Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Cugy presents a tradeoff between excellent sunshine and quietness on one hand, and moderate air quality on the other—a consideration for those prioritizing both natural brightness and environmental freshness.
How well-connected is Cugy (VD)? Transport, schools, dining
Cugy sits within the Lausanne agglomeration but struggles with transport connectivity. Public transit scores just 2.1 out of 10, reflecting limited regional connections despite proximity to neighbors Morrens, Bretigny-sur-Morrens, and Le Mont-sur-Lausanne. Education services fare somewhat better at 5.8, offering moderate local resources. Dining and restaurant options remain sparse, scoring 2.8, which suggests limited gastronomic variety within the commune itself. The tradeoff is clear: while Cugy's small-town character and natural surroundings appeal to those seeking quieter living, residents prioritizing convenient public transit or diverse dining will find these amenities insufficient and may need to rely on nearby urban centers.
What are the neighboring communes of Cugy (VD) and how big is it?
Cugy is a small commune in the Lausanne agglomeration with a population of 2,372 residents. Its three neighbors are Morrens, Bretigny-sur-Morrens, and Le Mont-sur-Lausanne. The commune excels in noise control with a score of 10 and nature access at 8.7, reflecting its quieter, greener character. However, transport connectivity is limited at 2.1, and dining options score only 2.8, typical constraints for smaller settlements. Air quality is moderate at 6.7, while sunshine exposure reaches 7.2. Thus, Cugy offers a trade-off between rural serenity and environmental benefits against restricted public transport and local amenities.
Is Cugy (VD) a tax-friendly municipality?
Cugy stands out as one of the most tax-friendly communes in the region, with a fiscal score of 1.6—exceptionally low and favorable for residents. However, this fiscal advantage comes alongside modest performance in transport accessibility, scoring just 2.1, which may limit convenient connections for commuters. The commune does offer respectable air quality at 6.7 and excellent nature amenities at 8.7, providing environmental benefits that complement its financial appeal. Education services lag somewhat at 5.8, whereas healthcare access is adequate at 6.6. The main tradeoff is clear: Cugy attracts those prioritizing tax savings and natural surroundings, but prospective residents should weigh the limited public transport infrastructure and education resources against these financial gains.

Neighboring communes of Cugy (VD)

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 25.4 %20–64 years 58.8 %65 and over 15.8 %
Density
950 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+22.0 %
Vacant housing
1.2 %
New dwellings
0.7 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.4 %
Tertiary employment
74.5 %

Land use

Built-up area 26.2 %Agricultural land 36.2 %Forest 37.6 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Vaud (VD)
Language region
French-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.5810, 6.6417
BFS Number
5516
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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