Altstetten vs Wipkingen

Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side

AltstettenWipkingen
Rent (3.5-room)CHF 1,550CHF 1,800
Safety7/107.5/10
Noise55 dB52 dB
Commute to HB12 min9 min
Green space5/105.5/10
Air quality5.5/106.5/10
The verdict
Choose Altstetten if it's CHF 250 cheaper per month.
Choose Wipkingen if the commute to HB is 3 min shorter — more central and connected, it scores higher on safety (7.5 vs 7/10).
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