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

6.9/ 10
Top 5% in SwitzerlandExcellent
Population
4,364
Commune type
Village

Living in Uitikon, a commune of 4364 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 (8.8/10) and Education & Culture (8.6/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.4
Air Quality
5.9
Public Transport
5.3
Education & Culture
8.6
Nightlife & Dining
6.7
Nature & Green Spaces
8.5
Healthcare
8.8
Taxation
6.3
Annual Sunshine
3.6
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Family
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
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Young Professional
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
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Retirement
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
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Nature
Good
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Uitikon achieves a compatibility score of 7.2/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (6.5/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Uitikon excels in Healthcare (8.8/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (8.6/10) — 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 Annual Sunshine (3.6/10).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek UitikonLibrary
Sport- und Schulanlage AllmendSchool
Schulhaus MettlenSchool

Public Transport

Uitikon WaldeggTrain Station
RinglikonTrain Station
HaldeBus Stop
Waldegg PostBus Stop
Katholische KircheBus Stop
LeuenBus Stop
Uitikon Waldegg BahnhofBus Stop
Uitikon DorfBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Waldegg Rotpunkt ApothekeDoctor
Gemeinschaftspraxis Dr. PeterDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

Considering buying property in Uitikon 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 Uitikon

What's it like to live in Uitikon? Resident impressions and quality of life
Uitikon stands out for its exceptional nature score of 8.5, offering residents strong access to green spaces and outdoor recreation. However, sunshine exposure scores relatively low at 3.6, reflecting the commune's northern exposure patterns. The quiet environment earns a solid 8.4, though restaurant and dining options remain limited at 3.4. Healthcare services perform well at 7.4, while public transport connectivity lags at 3.8, which may require car dependency for some residents. Air quality registers at 6.5, and education facilities score 5.1. It is worth noting that fiscal conditions are moderate at 6.3. Uitikon borders Birmensdorf, Urdorf, and Schlieren within the Zurich agglomeration, positioning it as a quieter residential alternative. Explore the detailed scores on the map to understand which lifestyle factors align best with your priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Uitikon?
Uitikon boasts a striking nature score of 8.5, reflecting its green character. However, sunshine is notably limited here, with an ensoleillement score of just 3.6, among the lower ranges. Air quality presents a moderate picture at 6.5, suggesting acceptable conditions without exceptional clarity. It is worth noting that despite modest sunlight, the commune's strong natural environment score indicates substantial vegetation and landscape appeal. The contrast between robust greenery and limited direct sun exposure characterizes this Zurich commune. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to understand how these factors shape daily life in Uitikon.
How well-connected is Uitikon? Transport, schools, dining
Uitikon benefits from strong natural surroundings with a nature score of 8.5, yet its transport connectivity lags at 3.8, which may limit commuting ease for residents. Education provision scores 5.1, offering moderate options, while dining and restaurants score just 3.4, suggesting limited gastronomic variety locally. It is worth noting that health services perform better at 7.4, supporting community wellbeing despite modest transport infrastructure. The commune sits within the Zurich agglomeration alongside neighbors Birmensdorf, Urdorf, and Schlieren, which may offer complementary services. To understand how these connectivity factors shape daily life and explore detailed regional comparisons, discover more on the map.
What are the neighboring communes of Uitikon and how big is it?
Uitikon is a small commune in the Zurich agglomeration with a population of 4,364 residents. It borders three neighbors: Birmensdorf (ZH), Urdorf, and Schlieren. Despite its modest size, the commune scores remarkably well on nature, reaching 8.5, reflecting its proximity to green spaces and outdoor environments. However, restaurant and dining options score lower at 3.4, suggesting limited culinary infrastructure within the commune itself. Transportation connectivity also presents challenges at 3.8, though residents benefit from access to the broader Zurich metropolitan network. It is worth noting that health services perform decently at 7.4. For a comprehensive view of how Uitikon compares to its neighboring communes across these dimensions, explore the interactive map.
Is Uitikon a tax-friendly municipality?
Uitikon's tax-friendliness score of 6.3 suggests moderate fiscal appeal. The commune excels in nature quality, reaching 8.5, and noise levels at 8.4, making it attractive for those prioritizing environment over pure tax advantages. However, sunshine availability scores only 3.6, which may matter for quality-of-life considerations. Education (5.1) and air quality (6.5) fall in the middle range, while restaurant and transport options remain limited at 3.4 and 3.8 respectively. It is worth noting that neighboring municipalities like Birmensdorf, Urdorf, and Schlieren may offer different fiscal profiles worth comparing. For detailed fiscal data and how Uitikon compares within the Zurich agglomeration, explore the full community profile on the map.

Neighboring communes of Uitikon

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.8 %20–64 years 58.3 %65 and over 21 %
Density
1,066 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+20.1 %
Vacant housing
0.3 %
New dwellings
11.3 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1 %
Tertiary employment
88.3 %

Land use

Built-up area 30.5 %Agricultural land 36.7 %Forest 32.8 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3655, 8.4595
BFS Number
248
Last updated
17 July 2026

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