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

6.9/ 10
Top 5% in SwitzerlandExcellent
Population
3,794
Commune type
Village

Living in Bachenbülach, a commune of 3794 inhabitants in Canton Zurich — with an overall score of 6.9/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Healthcare (9.5/10) and Education & Culture (9.1/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
7.4
Air Quality
5.8
Public Transport
5.3
Education & Culture
9.1
Nightlife & Dining
6.9
Nature & Green Spaces
8.1
Healthcare
9.5
Taxation
5.6
Annual Sunshine
4.0
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Family
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
mediantop
Young Professional
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
mediantop
Retirement
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Fair
mediantop

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Bachenbülach achieves a compatibility score of 7.1/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (6.4/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Bachenbülach excels in Healthcare (9.5/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (9.1/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nature & Green Spaces (8.1/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (4/10).

Transaction prices in Bachenbülach

Rolling median of sales from 2021 to 2025

Detached house

1’397’500 CHF

middle half of sales: 1’287’500 – 1’805’000 · 28 sales

Owner-occupied flat

1’178’000 CHF

middle half of sales: 948’000 – 1’356’250 · 112 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

Gemeindebibliothek BachenbülachLibrary
Kammerspiele SeebCinema / Theatre
Schulanlage HaldenSchool

Public Transport

SchmiedeBus Stop
BramenstrasseBus Stop
BramenländliBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Praxis Dr. AebliDoctor
iNovaDentalDoctor
Doktor HuusDoctor
Coop VitalityDoctor
Kinderpraxis SafariDoctor
Dr. med. dent. M. JachDoctor

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 Zurich as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Zurich as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Zurich in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Zurich Close to Nature
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Considering buying property in Bachenbülach 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 Bachenbülach

What's it like to live in Bachenbülach? Resident impressions and quality of life
Bachenbülach compares favorably to neighboring Winkel, Bülach, and Oberglatt in several environmental dimensions. The commune excels in nature access with a score of 8.1, offering residents strong connections to green spaces. Health services also score well at 7.8, alongside a respectable noise environment at 7.4. Air quality reaches 6.7, supporting healthy daily living. However, restaurant and dining options remain limited at 2.7, and public transport connectivity scores lower at 3.8, which may require residents to plan mobility carefully. Education and fiscal conditions are moderate at 5.6 each. Overall, Bachenbülach appeals to those prioritizing natural surroundings and health services over urban convenience. Explore the detailed quality-of-life dimensions on the map to discover what matters most for your lifestyle.
How sunny and clean is the air in Bachenbülach?
Compared to neighbors like Winkel, Bülach, and Oberglatt, Bachenbülach shows contrasting environmental qualities. While sunshine scores modestly at 4.0, air quality performs notably better at 6.7, reflecting reasonable atmospheric conditions in this Zurich agglomeration commune. The community benefits from a strong nature score of 8.1, which complements its moderate air quality. Yet sunshine remains a weaker dimension, suggesting cloudier conditions than some surrounding areas. For a detailed breakdown of environmental and lifestyle factors, explore the full profile on the map.
How well-connected is Bachenbülach? Transport, schools, dining
Bachenbülach's connectivity varies compared to neighbors like Winkel, Bülach, and Oberglatt. The commune scores lower on dining options at 2.7 and transport accessibility at 3.8, which are modest for this region. Education offerings score moderately at 5.6, matching broader local patterns. While these dimensions suggest limited urban amenities, Bachenbülach benefits from its location within the Zurich agglomeration, which can offset some local constraints. For a clearer picture of how specific services and transit links compare to neighboring communes, explore the interactive map to see detailed scores across all connectivity measures.
What are the neighboring communes of Bachenbülach and how big is it?
Bachenbülach, with a population of 3,794, sits among three neighboring communes: Winkel, Bülach, and Oberglatt. Like its peers in the Zurich agglomeration, this commune shows considerable variation in livability across dimensions. Its strongest asset is nature, scoring 8.1, complemented by solid health services at 7.8. Noise levels also perform well at 7.4. However, transport connectivity lags noticeably at 3.8, and dining options remain limited at 2.7. Air quality and education sit in the middle range. Discover how Bachenbülach compares across all these factors by exploring its detailed profile on the map.
Is Bachenbülach a tax-friendly municipality?
Bachenbülach's fiscal attractiveness falls in the middle range compared to neighbors like Winkel, Bülach, and Oberglatt. The commune scores 5.6 on fiscal policy, positioning it as moderately competitive rather than exceptionally tax-advantaged. While this score suggests reasonable tax conditions, the municipality does not stand out as particularly tax-friendly within the Zurich agglomeration. However, Bachenbülach compensates with stronger environmental and health credentials, scoring 8.1 on nature and 7.8 on health services. For a complete picture of how Bachenbülach's fiscal environment compares and what it offers overall, explore the detailed scores on the map.

Neighboring communes of Bachenbülach

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 21.1 %20–64 years 58.4 %65 and over 20.5 %
Density
970 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+7.6 %
Vacant housing
0.6 %
New dwellings
3.6 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.7 %
Tertiary employment
70 %

Land use

Built-up area 24 %Agricultural land 34 %Forest 38.9 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.5014, 8.5489
BFS Number
51
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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