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

5.8/ 10
Good
Population
4,626
Commune type
Village

Living in Bauma, a commune of 4626 inhabitants in Canton Zurich — with an overall score of 5.8/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) and Noise (9.3/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.3
Air Quality
6.4
Public Transport
0.9
Education & Culture
6.2
Nightlife & Dining
4.6
Nature & Green Spaces
9.5
Healthcare
6.0
Taxation
5.2
Annual Sunshine
4.3
Cantonal average

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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Bauma achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.9/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Bauma excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (9.3/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.9/10) — limited public transport connections, Annual Sunshine (4.3/10), Nightlife & Dining (4.6/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

BibliothekvereinLibrary
GemeindebibliothekLibrary
SchulbibliothekLibrary
Sekundarschule BaumaSchool
Schulhaus WiesSchool
Schule WellenauSchool
Schule AltlandenbergSchool
Schule SternenbergSchool

Public Transport

BaumaTrain Station
SalandTrain Station
SchindletBus Stop
HörnenBus Stop
SeewadelBus Stop
HolderbaumBus Stop
Bauma BahnhofBus Stop
HöchstockBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Dr. med. dent Daniel ZürcherDoctor
Praxis für ZahnprothetikDoctor
Praxisgemeinschaft BaumaDoctor
Tösstal-ApothekeDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

Considering buying property in Bauma 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 Bauma

What's it like to live in Bauma? Resident impressions and quality of life
Bauma stands apart from neighbors like Bäretswil, Hittnau, and Wila primarily through its environmental strengths. The commune faces notable challenges in public transport connectivity, scoring just 0.5, and restaurant accessibility at 1.7, which may require residents to venture elsewhere for dining and commuting convenience. Education services also lag at 3.6. However, it is worth noting that Bauma excels in two critical quality-of-life dimensions: nature access with a commanding 9.5 and noise levels at 9.3, creating a peaceful, green living environment. Air quality scores 7.6, further supporting its appeal to those prioritizing natural surroundings. Healthcare and fiscal conditions remain moderate. For a fuller picture of daily life here, explore the detailed dimensions on the map.
How sunny and clean is the air in Bauma?
Compared to its neighbors Bäretswil, Hittnau, and Wila, Bauma presents a mixed environmental profile. The commune's weakest dimension is sunshine exposure, scoring only 4.3 out of 10, suggesting limited annual daylight hours relative to regional standards. Air quality tells a different story: at 7.6, the air quality score reflects reasonably clean conditions, ranking among the commune's stronger environmental assets. It is worth noting that Bauma's nature score of 9.5 stands out as its strongest dimension overall, indicating rich natural surroundings that complement moderate air quality. To understand how these environmental factors influence daily life and compare them more precisely with neighboring communes, explore the detailed scores on the map.
How well-connected is Bauma? Transport, schools, dining
Compared to its neighbors Bäretswil, Hittnau, and Wila, Bauma presents a mixed profile for connectivity. It is worth noting that transport accessibility stands out as the weakest dimension, with a score of only 0.5, suggesting limited public transit options. Educational infrastructure also lags considerably at 3.6, while dining and restaurant offerings are similarly modest at 1.7. On the brighter side, healthcare services reach 5.4, providing residents with reasonable medical access. For a commune of 4,626 people in the Winterthur agglomeration, these scores reflect a more rural character. Explore the detailed map to discover which specific services and transport routes serve this area.
What are the neighboring communes of Bauma and how big is it?
Bauma, with a population of 4,626, sits within the Winterthur agglomeration alongside neighbors Bäretswil, Hittnau, and Wila. It is worth noting that this commune shows marked contrasts across its dimensions. Environmental quality stands out notably, with exceptional nature conservation scoring 9.5 and air quality at 7.6, yet public transport connectivity is severely limited at 0.5. Education and restaurant amenities also lag considerably at 3.6 and 1.7 respectively. Health services provide moderate support at 5.4. For a fuller picture of how Bauma compares to its neighbors on these and other metrics, explore the detailed scores on the map.
Is Bauma a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to its neighbors Bäretswil, Hittnau, and Wila, Bauma presents a moderate tax position. The commune's fiscal score of 5.2 places it in the mid-range for tax-friendliness—neither particularly advantageous nor disadvantageous. It is worth noting that education scores notably low at 3.6, suggesting fewer municipal investments in that sector, while environmental quality stands out as a real strength, with nature scoring 9.5 and noise pollution just 9.3. These varied dimensions reflect how Bauma balances its priorities across different community services. To understand how Bauma's fiscal climate compares more precisely with neighboring communes and explore what drives these scores, visit the detailed profiles on the map.

Neighboring communes of Bauma

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.3 %20–64 years 61.6 %65 and over 18.1 %
Density
165 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+7.6 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
1.8 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.1 %
Tertiary employment
60.3 %

Land use

Built-up area 7.9 %Agricultural land 36.8 %Forest 54.2 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3761, 8.8827
BFS Number
297
Last updated
17 July 2026

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