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

6.5/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
9,401
Commune type
Town

Living in Urdorf, a commune of 9401 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 Education & Culture (8.6/10) and Healthcare (8.5/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.9
Air Quality
4.6
Public Transport
5.7
Education & Culture
8.6
Nightlife & Dining
7.4
Nature & Green Spaces
8.0
Healthcare
8.5
Taxation
5.3
Annual Sunshine
3.7
Cantonal average

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Retirement
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Nature
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Urdorf achieves a compatibility score of 6.7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.2/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Urdorf excels in Education & Culture (8.6/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (8.5/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Nature & Green Spaces (8/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (3.7/10), Air Quality (4.6/10) — degraded air quality from traffic emissions.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Ortsmuseum UrdorfMuseum
Altes SpritzenhausMuseum
Kantonsschule LimmattalSchool
TANZ-FABRIKSchool
Primarschule WeihermattSchool
Schulhaus BahnhofstrasseSchool
Schule ZentrumSchool
SekundarschuleSchool

Public Transport

WeihermattTrain Station
KantialleeTram Stop
Urdorf NordTram Stop
OberurdorfBus Stop
UitikonerstrasseBus Stop
SpitzackerBus Stop
NeumattBus Stop
Weihermatt BahnhofBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Dropa UrdorfDoctor
B. Braun Medical Care AG Nephrologie und Dialysezentrum UrdorfDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

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Frequently asked questions about Urdorf

What's it like to live in Urdorf? Resident impressions and quality of life
Urdorf stands out most notably for its exceptional nature score of 8, reflecting abundant green spaces and outdoor access. However, the commune faces challenges in dining and leisure amenities, scoring 3.6 for restaurants, while transport connectivity remains limited at 4.2. On the positive side, health services perform well with 7.3, and air quality measures 6. Located in the Zurich agglomeration near Schlieren, Bergdietikon, and Dietikon, Urdorf offers a quieter residential environment compared to urban alternatives. The commune balances suburban convenience with natural attractions, making it particularly suited for nature lovers and families seeking accessible green surroundings, though those prioritizing vibrant dining scenes or public transit may find it less ideal.
How sunny and clean is the air in Urdorf?
Urdorf scores notably high on noise pollution at 6.9, indicating a relatively quiet environment. However, sunshine presents a challenge with a score of 3.7, suggesting limited sunny days throughout the year. Air quality fares better at 6.0, reflecting acceptable atmospheric conditions. The commune's strongest dimension is nature access at 8.0, making it attractive for those prioritizing green spaces and outdoor recreation. Thus, while air quality is reasonably good, expect fewer sunny days than in higher-altitude Swiss regions. This profile suits nature lovers and families seeking suburban tranquility near Zurich, though those sensitive to limited sunlight should consider this aspect carefully.
How well-connected is Urdorf? Transport, schools, dining
Urdorf's connectivity shows mixed results. Transport access scores 4.2, indicating limited public transit or infrastructure compared to other communes in the Zurich agglomeration. Education facilities rate slightly better at 5.3, providing moderate schooling options. Dining and restaurants present the weakest dimension at 3.6, suggesting fewer local gastronomic establishments. However, the commune benefits from its proximity to neighbors like Schlieren, Bergdietikon, and Dietikon, which may offset some local limitations. Overall, Urdorf suits families seeking residential stability over urban convenience, or those willing to travel for specialized services.
What are the neighboring communes of Urdorf and how big is it?
Urdorf is a commune of 9,401 residents located in the Zurich agglomeration, bordered by Schlieren, Bergdietikon, and Dietikon. Despite its modest size, the commune scores remarkably well on nature access with 8.0, indicating strong proximity to green spaces and outdoor amenities. Health services score 7.3, reflecting adequate medical infrastructure. However, restaurant and dining options present the weakest dimension at 3.6, suggesting limited gastronomic variety. Transportation connectivity at 4.2 is below average, which may concern commuters. Overall, Urdorf appeals most to nature lovers and retirees seeking quieter suburban living with good health services.
Is Urdorf a tax-friendly municipality?
Urdorf's fiscal attractiveness scores at 5.3, placing it in a moderate range for tax-friendliness. The commune's weakest dimension is restaurant availability at 3.6, followed by sunshine exposure at 3.7 and transport connectivity at 4.2, which may affect overall quality of life considerations beyond taxation. Conversely, nature access stands out strongly at 8, and health services score 7.3. Among its neighbors—Schlieren, Bergdietikon, and Dietikon—Urdorf offers comparable fiscal conditions rather than exceptional tax advantages. Thus, this commune appeals most to nature lovers and retirees seeking reasonable taxation alongside strong environmental amenities, though those prioritizing tax optimization may wish to compare regional alternatives.

Neighboring communes of Urdorf

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.5 %20–64 years 60 %65 and over 19.5 %
Density
1,317 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+11.0 %
Vacant housing
1.2 %
New dwellings
10.2 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.4 %
Tertiary employment
78.6 %

Land use

Built-up area 34.6 %Agricultural land 32.1 %Forest 32.3 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3817, 8.4227
BFS Number
250
Last updated
17 July 2026

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