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

6.5/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
15,550
Commune type
Town

Living in Wallisellen, a commune of 15550 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 (9.9/10) and Healthcare (9.8/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
3.3
Air Quality
4.3
Public Transport
6.7
Education & Culture
9.9
Nightlife & Dining
8.6
Nature & Green Spaces
6.3
Healthcare
9.8
Taxation
5.9
Annual Sunshine
4.0
Cantonal average

Wallisellen's national strengths

Top 25 · Education & Culture ↗Top 50 · Healthcare ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
mediantop
Family
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Retirement
Fair
mediantop
Nature
Average
mediantop

For young professionals looking to settle in Switzerland, Wallisellen achieves a compatibility score of 6.7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Public Transport and Nightlife & Dining. The Nature profile (5.3/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Wallisellen excels in Education & Culture (9.9/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (9.8/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Nightlife & Dining (8.6/10) — a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Noise (3.3/10) — exposure to road, rail, or air noise, Annual Sunshine (4/10), Air Quality (4.3/10) — degraded air quality from traffic emissions.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

ETH ZürichUniversity
Ortsmuseum WallisellenMuseum
MediathekLibrary
Kindergarten RiedenSchool
Kindergarten SchäfligrabenSchool
Schule in KleingruppenSchool
Primarschule AlpenSchool
Schulanlage BürgliSchool

Public Transport

WallisellenTrain Station
Bahnhof WallisellenTram Stop
Glatt (Tram)Tram Stop
BelairTram Stop
NeugutTram Stop
HertiTram Stop
Wallisellen FriedhofBus Stop
GuggenbühlstrasseBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

In-MotionMedical Centre
Pinmed - KardiologieDoctor
Augenärzte ZürichDoctor
Zahnärztliches ZentrumDoctor
Coop VitalityDoctor
Medbase Apotheke WallisellenDoctor
Herz- und GefässZentrum Wallisellen AGDoctor
Gesundheitszentrum MonviaDoctor

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 Wallisellen 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 Wallisellen

What's it like to live in Wallisellen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Wallisellen offers a notably different living experience compared to its neighbors Dietlikon, Opfikon, and Dübendorf. While noise pollution presents a challenge at 3.3, the commune compensates with strong healthcare services scoring 8, reflecting robust medical infrastructure. Education facilities also perform well at 7, supporting families in the area. The natural environment scores 6.3, providing reasonable green spaces despite the urban Zurich agglomeration setting. Air quality and transport connectivity both rate around 5.2–5.3, offering moderate conditions typical of suburban commuter zones. Overall, Wallisellen suits residents prioritizing healthcare and education, though those sensitive to noise may find the environment demanding. Explore the detailed dimension breakdowns on the map to identify which factors matter most for your lifestyle.
How sunny and clean is the air in Wallisellen?
Wallisellen's environmental conditions show mixed results compared to neighbors like Dietlikon, Opfikon, and Dübendorf. Sunshine presents a notable weakness, with a score of 4.0 out of 10, suggesting limited annual exposure. Air quality fares somewhat better at 5.2, indicating moderate pollution levels typical of the Zurich agglomeration. The commune's stronger environmental dimensions include nature access and transport connectivity, though neither reaches exceptional levels. These moderate scores reflect Wallisellen's suburban character within the greater Zurich metropolitan area. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to understand how specific factors affect daily living conditions here.
How well-connected is Wallisellen? Transport, schools, dining
Wallisellen compares favorably to neighbors like Dietlikon, Opfikon, and Dübendorf in several connectivity measures. The commune shows relative weakness in dining options, with a score of 5.0, though this remains moderate. Transport connectivity scores 5.3, supporting reasonable regional access. Most notably, education performs strongly at 7.0, indicating solid school provisions for residents. These factors collectively reflect a well-integrated suburban location within the Zurich agglomeration, balancing practical amenities with educational infrastructure. Explore the detailed dimensions on the map to discover how Wallisellen's connectivity profile matches your priorities.
What are the neighboring communes of Wallisellen and how big is it?
Wallisellen is a mid-sized Zurich agglomeration commune with 15,550 residents, bordered by three neighbors: Dietlikon, Opfikon, and Dübendorf. Like its neighboring communities, Wallisellen faces environmental challenges, with notably weak noise levels scoring 3.3. Air quality similarly lags at 5.2. Conversely, the commune excels in healthcare services, scoring a strong 8.0, and offers good access to public transport at 5.3. Education also stands out at 7.0. These strengths position Wallisellen as an attractive residential location despite environmental constraints. Explore the interactive map to discover how these scores compare with nearby communes and learn more about local conditions.
Is Wallisellen a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to neighbors like Dietlikon, Opfikon, and Dübendorf, Wallisellen presents a moderate tax profile. The municipality scores 5.9 on fiscal friendliness, placing it in the mid-range for the region. While noise pollution ranks lowest at 3.3, the strongest dimensions are healthcare at 8.0 and education at 7.0, both well above average. Thus, Wallisellen balances reasonable tax rates with strong public services. For detailed comparisons with neighboring municipalities and a full breakdown of fiscal conditions, explore the interactive map to discover what suits your needs best.

Neighboring communes of Wallisellen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 19.2 %20–64 years 65.1 %65 and over 15.8 %
Density
2,623 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+23.3 %
Vacant housing
0.8 %
New dwellings
15.1 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.7 %
Tertiary employment
84.9 %

Land use

Built-up area 56.7 %Agricultural land 21.1 %Forest 21.1 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zurich (ZH)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4193, 8.6010
BFS Number
69
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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