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

6.3/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
9,404
Commune type
Town

Living in Lutry, a commune of 9404 inhabitants in Canton Vaud — with an overall score of 6.3/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (8.3/10) and Healthcare (8.3/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.8
Air Quality
5.1
Public Transport
4.2
Education & Culture
8.3
Nightlife & Dining
6.0
Nature & Green Spaces
8.0
Healthcare
8.3
Taxation
2.5
Annual Sunshine
7.4
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Family
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Good
mediantop
Nature
Fair
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Lutry achieves a compatibility score of 6.5/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.6/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Lutry excels in Education & Culture (8.3/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (8.3/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Nature & Green Spaces (8/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (2.5/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (4.2/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Bibliothèque de LutryLibrary
L'Esprit FrappeurCinema / Theatre
École de MémiseSchool
Collège de SavuitSchool
Collège du Grand PontSchool
Collège des PâlesSchool
Centre scolaire et culturel de CorsySchool
Collège de CorsySchool

Public Transport

LutryTrain Station
BossièreTrain Station
La ConversionTrain Station
Lutry, CornicheBus Stop
Lutry, gareBus Stop
Lutry-GareBus Stop
VoisinandBus Stop
Les ChampsBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

BenuDoctor
Dr. Christophe ChapuisDoctor
Sun StoreDoctor
BenuDoctor

Guides to read for this area

Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.

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

Frequently asked questions about Lutry

What's it like to live in Lutry? Resident impressions and quality of life
Lutry offers a notably different living experience compared to neighbors like Belmont-sur-Lausanne, Pully, and Paudex. The commune excels in environmental quality, with nature scoring 8.0 and sunshine at 7.4, providing appealing outdoor conditions. However, transportation infrastructure lags significantly at 2.8, limiting connectivity options. Health services perform well at 6.9, supporting resident wellbeing, while dining and leisure options are limited at 2.7. Air quality registers 6.4 and noise levels at 6.8, creating a reasonably pleasant acoustic environment. Fiscal conditions remain modest at 2.5, and education access scores 5.3. The profile suggests a quieter, nature-focused setting better suited to those prioritizing natural surroundings over urban convenience. Explore Lutry's detailed neighborhood scores on the map to discover how specific factors align with your lifestyle preferences.
How sunny and clean is the air in Lutry?
Lutry enjoys notably more sunshine than its neighbors Belmont-sur-Lausanne, Pully, and Paudex, scoring 7.4 for ensoleillement. Air quality is moderately good at 6.4, though noise levels perform slightly better at 6.8. The commune's lakeside position in the Lausanne agglomeration contributes to favorable light exposure throughout the year. However, air quality remains affected by regional factors common to the area. The strong natural environment score of 8 complements these conditions, creating pleasant outdoor conditions despite moderate air purity. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to assess how these factors align with your priorities.
How well-connected is Lutry? Transport, schools, dining
Lutry ranks lower for transport connectivity compared to its neighbors Belmont-sur-Lausanne, Pully, and Paudex, with a transport score of just 2.8. Education offerings show moderate performance at 5.3, suggesting reasonable school access within the commune. Dining and restaurant options remain limited, scoring 2.7. Health services fare better at 6.9, indicating stronger medical accessibility. The commune's sound environment scores 6.8, contributing positively to overall livability despite connectivity gaps. Air quality registers at 6.4, supporting a reasonably healthy setting. Thus, while Lutry may appeal to those prioritizing environmental quality, residents seeking robust transport links and dining variety might find limited options locally. Explore the detailed scores on the map to compare these dimensions with neighboring communes.
What are the neighboring communes of Lutry and how big is it?
Lutry, with a population of 9,404 residents, sits alongside three neighboring communes: Belmont-sur-Lausanne, Pully, and Paudex. This modest-sized lakeside settlement scores lower in fiscal attractiveness with 2.5, yet demonstrates stronger environmental quality through its nature score of 8. Transportation connectivity remains limited at 2.8, though the area compensates with excellent sunshine exposure at 7.4. Educational facilities score at 5.3, which is outweighed by health services at 6.9 and air quality at 6.4. The dining and leisure scene, however, registers relatively low at 2.7. Overall, Lutry balances practical constraints with natural advantages for residents seeking a quieter setting. Explore the interactive map to discover detailed neighborhood insights and amenity distributions.
Is Lutry a tax-friendly municipality?
Lutry differs markedly from its neighbors Belmont-sur-Lausanne, Pully, and Paudex when it comes to fiscal policy. With a tax-friendliness score of 2.5, Lutry ranks as a less attractive option for tax-conscious residents compared to surrounding municipalities. However, the commune compensates with exceptional natural surroundings, scoring 8 for nature access. While fiscal benefits remain limited, residents enjoy strong healthcare provisions at 6.9. The weak transport infrastructure at 2.8 may further impact overall cost considerations. Additionally, air quality scores favorably at 6.4, offering environmental advantages despite fiscal constraints. Explore the detailed profile on the map to compare Lutry's complete municipal characteristics against neighboring options.

Neighboring communes of Lutry

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 19.1 %20–64 years 57.9 %65 and over 23 %
Density
1,223 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+11.2 %
Vacant housing
0.5 %
New dwellings
10.1 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.1 %
Tertiary employment
85.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 35.8 %Agricultural land 43.4 %Forest 20 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Vaud (VD)
Language region
French-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.5126, 6.6989
BFS Number
5606
Last updated
29 June 2026

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