Quality of life in Adliswil (Zurich) — scores, review and neighborhoods

7.1/ 10
Top 3% in SwitzerlandExceptional
Population
16,230
Commune type
Town

Living in Adliswil, a commune of 16230 inhabitants in Canton Zurich — with an overall score of 7.1/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (9.4/10) and Healthcare (9.4/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.9
Air Quality
5.8
Public Transport
5.4
Education & Culture
9.4
Nightlife & Dining
8.7
Nature & Green Spaces
7.8
Healthcare
9.4
Taxation
5.7
Annual Sunshine
2.7
Cantonal average

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Family
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
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Young Professional
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
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Retirement
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
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Nature
Fair
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Adliswil achieves a compatibility score of 7.3/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.8/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Adliswil excels in Education & Culture (9.4/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (9.4/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Noise (8.9/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (2.7/10).

Transaction prices in Adliswil

Rolling median of sales from 2021 to 2025

Detached house

2’200’000 CHF

middle half of sales: 1’580’000 – 2’605’000 · 67 sales

Owner-occupied flat

1’311’250 CHF

middle half of sales: 843’750 – 1’831’250 · 164 sales

Source: property transfer statistics, Canton of Zurich (land registries and notaries). Actual sale prices, not an estimate.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Bibliothek AdliswilLibrary
KulturschachtleCinema / Theatre
Schule DietlimoosSchool
Schulhaus SonnenbergSchool
Schulhaus HofernSchool
Schule WilackerSchool
Rudolf Steiner Schule SihlauSchool
Schule Zentrum KronenwieseSchool

Public Transport

AdliswilTrain Station
SihlauTrain Station
Sood-OberleimbachTrain Station
Wanneten-/HaldenstrasseBus Stop
Bahnhof AdliswilBus Stop
Landolt-Junker-StrasseBus Stop
BüchelBus Stop
Friedhof AdliswilBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

RODIAG Diagnostic Centers RöntgeninstitutMedical Centre
AmavitaDoctor
Kinderarztpraxis SeesternDoctor
Pill Apotheke SihltalDoctor
Praxis im SihltorDoctor
Martin KauderDoctor
Kinderphysio- und CraniosacraltherapieDoctor
Bodo GrahlkeDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

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

Frequently asked questions about Adliswil

What's it like to live in Adliswil? Resident impressions and quality of life
Adliswil stands out as a commune balancing urban proximity with significant natural amenities within the Zurich agglomeration. The area excels in low noise levels, scoring 8.9, creating peaceful residential neighborhoods. Transport connectivity is limited at 3.9, reflecting its suburban position away from major transit hubs. Nature access is strong at 7.8, offering outdoor recreation opportunities. Dining and restaurant variety score modestly at 4.5, with fewer options than larger urban centers. Healthcare quality is solid at 7.7, while air quality rates acceptably at 6.6. Education services score well at 7.2, supporting families seeking good schools. Sun exposure remains modest at 2.7, typical for the region. Neighbors include Rüschlikon, Kilchberg, and Stallikon. This profile suits families and nature lovers prioritizing calm, green surroundings over urban vibrancy and extensive dining scenes.
How sunny and clean is the air in Adliswil?
Adliswil offers moderate air quality with a score of 6.6, suitable for residents concerned about environmental conditions. However, the commune experiences limited sunshine, scoring only 2.7, meaning overcast weather prevails throughout the year. The air quality reflects its suburban position within the Zurich agglomeration, where regional pollution patterns affect the area. Furthermore, nature access scores strongly at 7.8, providing outdoor opportunities despite lower sun exposure. The noise level is notably low at 8.9, creating a peaceful residential environment. This profile suits families and retirees seeking a calm, well-connected suburban setting who can accept reduced sunshine and slightly compromised air clarity for proximity to urban amenities and natural green spaces.
How well-connected is Adliswil? Transport, schools, dining
Adliswil offers moderate connectivity with notable strengths in education and healthcare. The transport score of 3.9 indicates limited public transit accessibility, which may challenge daily commuting. Education performs well at 7.2, suggesting reliable school options for families. Dining facilities score 4.5, reflecting a modest restaurant landscape compared to larger urban centers. Healthcare services are robust at 7.7, ensuring strong medical support. The commune borders Rüschlikon, Kilchberg, and Stallikon, potentially offering additional resources through neighboring areas. Air quality registers at 6.6 and nature access at 7.8, providing environmental benefits. This profile suits families prioritizing education and healthcare, though those dependent on public transport may find the connectivity limiting.
What are the neighboring communes of Adliswil and how big is it?
Adliswil is a medium-sized commune in the Zurich agglomeration with a population of 16,230. The commune borders three neighbors: Rüschlikon, Kilchberg (ZH), and Stallikon. Its transport connectivity scores low at 3.9, which may limit commuting ease, though its nature score of 7.8 offers compensating outdoor appeal. Air quality is moderate at 6.6, and education facilities score well at 7.2, yet dining options remain limited at 4.5. Health services are strong at 7.7. This profile suits families and young professionals seeking suburban living with access to green spaces, despite moderate public transport access.
Is Adliswil a tax-friendly municipality?
Adliswil's tax environment is moderately favorable but not exceptionally competitive. With a fiscal score of 5.7, the commune sits slightly above the midpoint, indicating reasonable tax conditions without standout advantages. The municipality compensates with strong environmental and health metrics, scoring 7.7 on health services and 7.8 on nature access. However, transport connectivity remains limited at 3.9, which may offset tax benefits for commuters. Air quality scores 6.6, reflecting its suburban Zurich location. Residents gain notably low noise pollution at 8.9, a genuine strength. The education provision reaches 7.2, supporting family needs. Adliswil suits retirees and nature lovers seeking tranquility over tax savings, particularly those valuing proximity to natural spaces and willing to accept moderate accessibility constraints.

Neighboring communes of Adliswil

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.1 %20–64 years 61.1 %65 and over 18.8 %
Density
2,438 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+14.8 %
Vacant housing
0.9 %
New dwellings
0.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.2 %
Tertiary employment
90.1 %

Land use

Built-up area 46 %Agricultural land 21 %Forest 31 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3089, 8.5233
BFS Number
131
Last updated
29 June 2026

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