Alt-Wiedikon vs Unterstrass

Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side

Alt-WiedikonUnterstrass
Rent (3.5-room)CHF 1,950CHF 1,900
Safety7.5/108/10
Noise52 dB52 dB
Commute to HB10 min7 min
Green space6/105.5/10
Air quality6.5/106.5/10
The verdict
Choose Alt-Wiedikon for a more balanced profile.
Choose Unterstrass if the commute to HB is 3 min shorter — more central and connected, it scores higher on safety (8 vs 7.5/10).
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