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Quality of life in Glattfelden (Zurich): scores, review and neighborhoods

6.5/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
4,699
Commune type
Village

Living in Glattfelden, a commune of 4699 inhabitants in Canton Zurich. With an overall score of 6.5/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.1/10) and Education & Culture (9/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.1
Air Quality
5.2
Public Transport
3.0
Education & Culture
9.0
Nightlife & Dining
7.9
Nature & Green Spaces
8.5
Healthcare
7.3
Taxation
5.2
Annual Sunshine
3.7
Cantonal average

These scores summarise the living environment where residents actually live, not across the whole municipal territory. The map, by contrast, colours the territory: a highly rated commune can still show large, often uninhabited areas with weaker values.

Recommended Profiles

Family
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Retirement
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Young Professional
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Good
mediantop

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Glattfelden achieves a compatibility score of 6.8/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile comes last of the four, yet still reaches 6/10, in the top 25% of Switzerland.

Strengths: Glattfelden excels in Noise (9.1/10, a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus), Education & Culture (9/10, excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues), Nature & Green Spaces (8.5/10, a green environment with many accessible green spaces).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (3/10, limited public transport connections), Annual Sunshine (3.7/10).

Transaction prices in Glattfelden

Rolling median of sales from 2021 to 2025

Detached house

1’240’000 CHF

middle half of sales: 1’012’000 – 1’350’000 · 45 sales

Owner-occupied flat

850’000 CHF

middle half of sales: 705’000 – 990’000 · 115 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

Gottfried-Keller-ZentrumMuseum
Stromhaus BurenwiesenMuseum
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek GlattfeldenLibrary
Turnhalle Schulhaus HofSchool
Schulhaus HofSchool
Schulhaus HofSchool
Schulhaus EichhölzliSchool

Public Transport

ZweidlenTrain Station
Glattfelden PostBus Stop
Schulhaus HofBus Stop
Glattfelden, EmmerstrasseBus Stop
StaltigstrasseBus Stop
EichhölzliBus Stop
StationswegBus Stop
ZweidlergrabenBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

ArztDoctor

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 Winterthur as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Winterthur as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Winterthur in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Winterthur Close to Nature
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Considering buying property in Glattfelden 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 Glattfelden

What's it like to live in Glattfelden? Resident impressions and quality of life
Living in Glattfelden means enjoying a notably quiet setting, with a noise score of 9.1 that stands out among its quality-of-life indicators. Education (9) and nature (8.5) are the strongest dimensions, supported by a solid restaurant scene (7.9) and healthcare access (7.3). The weaker side is transport, scoring just 3, alongside limited sunshine (3.7) and moderate air quality (5.2). Neighboring communes Eglisau, Hüntwangen, and Stadel sit nearby, while the Winterthur agglomeration context shapes daily connections. Thus, Glattfelden fits families and nature lovers best, particularly those who value calm surroundings and can accept more limited public transport options.
How sunny and clean is the air in Glattfelden?
Glattfelden records a sunshine score of 3.7, the lowest among its measured dimensions, so sunny days are comparatively limited here. Air quality scores 5.2, a moderate figure that reflects some exposure to regional pollution. These weaker points sit alongside considerable strengths: noise levels score 9.1, indicating a notably quiet setting, while education reaches 9.0 and nature 8.5. Transport, at 3.0, is the other clear constraint. Thus, the commune trades bright skies and pristine air for calm and green surroundings. Additionally, it borders Eglisau, Hüntwangen, and Stadel. This profile suits nature lovers and families seeking tranquillity over maximum sunshine, rather than young professionals dependent on frequent transit connections.
How well-connected is Glattfelden? Transport, schools, dining
Glattfelden scores a striking 9.1 for quietness, making it one of the calmest settings in the Winterthur agglomeration. Its strongest dimensions are education at 9 and nature at 8.5, both well above average. Dining follows at 7.9, while healthcare reaches 7.3. The weaker side is transport, which sits at just 3, so car dependency is likely. Air quality and fiscal attractiveness both register 5.2, and sunshine is limited at 3.7. Neighboring communes include Eglisau, Hüntwangen, and Stadel. Thus, Glattfelden suits families and nature lovers seeking quiet residential life with solid local schooling, rather than young professionals prioritizing frequent rail connections or vibrant urban amenities.
What are the neighboring communes of Glattfelden and how big is it?
Glattfelden records a noise score of 9.1, its most striking figure. Among its dimensions, education at 9 and nature at 8.5 stand out as clear strengths, while transport, at just 3, is notably weaker. The commune counts 4,699 residents and sits in the Winterthur agglomeration within canton Zurich. It borders Eglisau, Hüntwangen and Stadel, giving residents access to three neighboring communes. Thus, with strong education and nature scores alongside a quieter environment, the profile fits families and nature lovers particularly well, though young professionals relying on frequent public transport connections may find the low transport score a consideration.
Is Glattfelden a tax-friendly municipality?
Glattfelden's fiscalite score of 5.2 places it mid-range, so it is not especially tax-friendly compared with lower-tax communes. The weakest dimension is transport at 3, followed by ensoleillement at 3.7, then air and fiscalite both at 5.2. Additionally, sante reaches 7.3 and resto 7.9, while education at 9 and bruit at 9.1 stand out as the strongest assets. Thus the commune performs far better on quiet living and schooling than on tax competitiveness. Neighboring communes include Eglisau, Hüntwangen and Stadel. Furthermore, nature scores 8.5, supporting outdoor lifestyles. Overall, Glattfelden suits families and nature lovers more than young professionals seeking low taxes.

Neighboring communes of Glattfelden

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22.1 %20–64 years 63.1 %65 and over 14.8 %
Density
424 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+22.4 %
Vacant housing
2.1 %
New dwellings
3.5 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
4.3 %
Tertiary employment
74.9 %

Land use

Built-up area 19.5 %Agricultural land 45.5 %Forest 31.9 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.5648, 8.4965
BFS Number
58
Last updated
7 October 2026

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

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