Langstrasse vs Oerlikon

Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side

LangstrasseOerlikon
Rent (3.5-room)CHF 1,750CHF 1,650
Safety5/107/10
Noise68 dB55 dB
Commute to HB5 min11 min
Green space2.5/104.5/10
Air quality5/106/10
The verdict
Choose Langstrasse if the commute to HB is 6 min shorter — more central and connected, there's a denser restaurant scene.
Choose Oerlikon if it's CHF 100 cheaper per month, it's noticeably quieter (55 vs 68 dB), it scores higher on safety (7 vs 5/10).
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