Hard vs Oerlikon

Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side

HardOerlikon
Rent (3.5-room)CHF 1,900CHF 1,650
Safety6/107/10
Noise60 dB55 dB
Commute to HB7 min11 min
Green space3.5/104.5/10
Air quality5/106/10
The verdict
Choose Hard if the commute to HB is 4 min shorter — more central and connected.
Choose Oerlikon if it's CHF 250 cheaper per month, it's noticeably quieter (55 vs 60 dB), it scores higher on safety (7 vs 6/10).
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