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

7.1/ 10
Top 3% in SwitzerlandExceptional
Population
4,684
Commune type
Village

Living in Schwerzenbach, a commune of 4684 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 (9.8/10) and Healthcare (9/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
7.8
Air Quality
6.1
Public Transport
5.7
Education & Culture
9.8
Nightlife & Dining
8.5
Nature & Green Spaces
7.2
Healthcare
9.0
Taxation
5.6
Annual Sunshine
3.9
Cantonal average

Schwerzenbach's national strengths

Top 50 · Education & Culture ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
mediantop
Family
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
mediantop
Retirement
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Fair
mediantop

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Schwerzenbach achieves a compatibility score of 7.3/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.6/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Schwerzenbach excels in Education & Culture (9.8/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (9/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Nightlife & Dining (8.5/10) — a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (3.9/10).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

ETH SLAUniversity
BibliothekLibrary
Primarschule SchwerzenbachSchool

Public Transport

SchwerzenbachTrain Station
Schwerzenbach BahnhofBus Stop
Schwerzenbach DorfBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

BenuDoctor
Farshad SchneiderDoctor

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 Schwerzenbach 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 Schwerzenbach

What's it like to live in Schwerzenbach? Resident impressions and quality of life
Schwerzenbach offers a residential experience shaped by its proximity to Zurich's agglomeration. The commune shows notable challenges in sunshine exposure, scoring 3.9 out of 10, and limited public transport accessibility at 4.2. Dining and restaurant options are comparatively modest at 4.6. Conversely, the environment excels in noise management with a 7.8 score and strong air quality at 6.4. Healthcare and nature access are well-developed at 7.1 and 7.2 respectively, while education scores solidly at 6.8. Located between neighbors Fällanden, Greifensee, and Volketswil, the commune suits those prioritizing quiet surroundings and natural amenities over urban convenience. Explore the detailed scores on the map to discover which aspects match your lifestyle preferences.
How sunny and clean is the air in Schwerzenbach?
Schwerzenbach faces notable sunshine limitations, with an ensoleillement score of 3.9 representing its weakest dimension. Air quality performs moderately at 6.4, indicating acceptable conditions though not exceptional. The commune's strongest environmental asset is noise management, scoring 7.8 for low sound pollution, additionally supported by a nature score of 7.2. Thus, while sunshine remains constrained and air quality is moderate, the quiet, green character of this Zurich agglomeration community offers environmental benefits. Explore the detailed climate and air data on the map to understand these conditions further.
How well-connected is Schwerzenbach? Transport, schools, dining
Schwerzenbach faces notable transport challenges despite its location in the Zurich agglomeration. Public transit accessibility scores 4.2, the commune's weakest dimension, reflecting limited regional connections. Dining options are similarly modest at 4.6. Education performs more favorably with a 6.8 score, indicating solid school availability. The commune benefits from proximity to neighbors Fällanden, Greifensee, and Volketswil, which may provide additional services and connectivity. For those prioritizing comprehensive urban amenities, exploring the detailed transport and dining assessments on the map will help clarify whether Schwerzenbach meets your needs.
What are the neighboring communes of Schwerzenbach and how big is it?
Schwerzenbach is a small commune in Zurich with a population of 4,684 residents. It borders three communes: Fällanden, Greifensee, and Volketswil. Despite its modest size, the commune demonstrates solid environmental quality, with noise pollution scoring 7.8 and nature access at 7.2. Health services and education also perform well at 7.1 and 6.8 respectively. However, public transport connectivity remains limited at 4.2, and sunshine exposure is relatively low at 3.9. The commune's fiscal burden of 5.6 sits in the middle range. Explore the detailed profiles of its neighboring communes and Schwerzenbach's full characteristics on the map.
Is Schwerzenbach a tax-friendly municipality?
Schwerzenbach's tax friendliness is moderate at 5.6, placing it in the middle range for Swiss communes. The municipality shows stronger performance in environmental and health dimensions, with air quality scoring 6.4, nature access at 7.2, and health services at 7.1. Conversely, sunshine exposure remains a weaker point at 3.9. Located in the Zurich agglomeration alongside neighbors Fällanden, Greifensee, and Volketswil, Schwerzenbach offers a balanced profile where tax considerations should be weighed against its environmental and wellness advantages. Explore the detailed scoring on the map to compare it with neighboring communes.

Neighboring communes of Schwerzenbach

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.5 %20–64 years 62.1 %65 and over 17.4 %
Density
1,973 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+16.5 %
Vacant housing
0.6 %
New dwellings
1.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.6 %
Tertiary employment
87.9 %

Land use

Built-up area 41.7 %Agricultural land 37.9 %Forest 6.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3832, 8.6571
BFS Number
197
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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