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

6.1/ 10
Good
Population
5,433
Commune type
Town

Living in Nürensdorf, a commune of 5433 inhabitants in Canton Zurich. With an overall score of 6.1/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (8.9/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (7.5/10). Its score is below the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
5.7
Air Quality
5.1
Public Transport
3.7
Education & Culture
8.9
Nightlife & Dining
7.1
Nature & Green Spaces
7.5
Healthcare
7.3
Taxation
6.0
Annual Sunshine
3.6
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

Young Professional
Good
mediantop
Family
Good
mediantop
Retirement
Fair
mediantop
Nature
Average
mediantop

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Nürensdorf achieves a compatibility score of 6.3/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (5.8/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Nürensdorf excels in Education & Culture (8.9/10, excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues), Nature & Green Spaces (7.5/10, a green environment with many accessible green spaces), Healthcare (7.3/10, excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (3.6/10), Public Transport (3.7/10, limited public transport connections).

Transaction prices in Nürensdorf

Rolling median of sales from 2021 to 2025

Detached house

1’595’000 CHF

middle half of sales: 1’402’500 – 1’882’500 · 62 sales

Owner-occupied flat

992’000 CHF

middle half of sales: 845’000 – 1’366’000 · 145 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

Gemeinde- und Schulbibliothek NürensdorfLibrary
HatzenbühlSchool
Schule EbnetSchool
Primarschule SunnerainSchool
Privatschule EVENTASchool

Public Transport

BergBus Stop
BirchwilBus Stop
Nürensdorf ZentrumBus Stop
OberwilBus Stop
Nürensdorf Zentrum SüdBus Stop
Breite SternenBus Stop
WinterthurerstrasseBus Stop
GrünenwaldstrasseBus Stop

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 Nürensdorf 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 Nürensdorf

What's it like to live in Nürensdorf? Resident impressions and quality of life
Living in Nürensdorf means accepting a trade-off: transport is the weakest dimension here, scoring just 3.7, and sunshine is similarly limited at 3.6. Yet the commune compensates with education at 8.9 and nature at 7.5, alongside solid healthcare (7.3) and dining (7.1). Air quality sits at 5.1 and noise at 5.7, both moderate. Neighbors include Bassersdorf, Brütten, and Lindau, which shape the local feel within the Winterthur agglomeration. Fiscal attractiveness is reasonable at 6.0. Overall, Nürensdorf best suits families who prioritize schooling and green surroundings over fast transit connections, though nature lovers will also find plenty to appreciate in the surrounding landscape.
How sunny and clean is the air in Nürensdorf?
Nürensdorf's air quality and sunshine are its weakest environmental points. With an air score of 5.1 and sunshine at just 3.6, the commune offers moderate atmospheric conditions rather than notably clean or bright ones. However, these figures sit alongside clear strengths: education scores 8.9 and nature reaches 7.5, reflecting strong schooling and generous green surroundings. Transport is more limited at 3.7, and noise sits at 5.7. Neighbouring communes include Bassersdorf, Brütten and Lindau, which share this part of the Winterthur agglomeration. Overall, the profile suits families who value education and access to nature over maximum sunshine or pristine air, while those prioritising bright, clean conditions may find the values modest.
How well-connected is Nürensdorf? Transport, schools, dining
Nürensdorf’s weakest dimension is transport, scoring just 3.7, so car-free commuting is limited despite the Winterthur agglomeration location. Dining is stronger at 7.1, and education stands out at 8.9, the highest score in this set. Air quality is moderate at 5.1, noise at 5.7, and sunshine is low at 3.6. Nature reaches 7.5, healthcare 7.3, and fiscal attractiveness 6. Neighboring communes include Bassersdorf, Brütten, and Lindau. However, the weak transport score means daily mobility depends heavily on private vehicles. This profile best suits families prioritizing education and nature lovers, while young professionals seeking strong transit links may find it less convenient.
What are the neighboring communes of Nürensdorf and how big is it?
Nürensdorf is a Zurich commune of 5,433 residents in the Winterthur agglomeration, with transport scoring 3.7 and dining 7.1. Its weakest dimension is sunshine at just 3.6, while noise sits at 5.7 and air quality at 5.1. The strongest scores are education at 8.9 and nature at 7.5, followed by health at 7.3 and fiscal conditions at 6.0. The commune borders Bassersdorf, Brütten and Lindau, giving residents three direct neighboring communes. However, the low transport score suggests car dependence for many trips. With its strong education and nature scores, Nürensdorf best suits families seeking a smaller commune with green surroundings.
Is Nürensdorf a tax-friendly municipality?
Nürensdorf is a Zurich commune of 5,433 residents where tax friendliness is moderate rather than exceptional. Its weakest dimension is transport, scoring only 3.7, which means car dependency is likely for many trips. However, the fiscal situation is reasonable: the tax score sits at 6.0, a middling figure that reflects neither a low-tax haven nor a heavy burden. The strongest assets are education at 8.9 and nature at 7.5, with dining at 7.1 and healthcare at 7.3 also solid. Air quality reaches 5.1 and noise 5.7, while sunshine is limited at 3.6. Neighboring Bassersdorf, Brütten and Lindau offer similar regional context. Overall, Nürensdorf suits families seeking good schools and green surroundings more than tax-driven movers.

Neighboring communes of Nürensdorf

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.9 %20–64 years 59.5 %65 and over 21.5 %
Density
558 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+8.1 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
2.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.8 %
Tertiary employment
66 %

Land use

Built-up area 21.9 %Agricultural land 46.8 %Forest 31.3 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4570, 8.6489
BFS Number
64
Last updated
7 October 2026

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

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