Dielsdorf facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dielsdorf
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 Dielsdorf
Location in Switzerland
Dielsdorf
Location in Canton of Zurich
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Zurich | |
| District | Dielsdorf | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.87 km2 (2.27 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 455 m (1,493 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 5,968 | |
| • Density | 1,016.7/km2 (2,633.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
8157
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| Surrounded by | Buchs, Niederhasli, Regensberg, Steinmaur | |
Dielsdorf is a cool town in Switzerland. It's located in the canton of Zürich. Dielsdorf is also the main town of its district, which is also called Dielsdorf.
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A Look Back in Time
Dielsdorf has a long history! It was first mentioned way back in the year 861. Back then, its name was Theolvesthoruf.
This old name means "estate or farm of Theolf." People believe that Theolf was the first owner of the land where Dielsdorf now stands.
Exploring Dielsdorf's Geography
Dielsdorf covers an area of about 5.9 square kilometers (2.3 square miles). That's roughly the size of 800 football fields!
What the Land is Used For
A big part of Dielsdorf's land, about 37%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields and farms around. Another 30.2% of the area is covered by forests.
About 31% of the town is built up with buildings and roads. The small remaining part, about 1.9%, includes rivers or other natural areas.
Where is Dielsdorf Located?
Dielsdorf sits on the eastern side of a ridge called Lägern. It's also at the entrance to a valley known as the Wehntal. This location gives it some nice views!
People and Life in Dielsdorf
Dielsdorf is home to many people. As of 2022, its population is around 6,300 residents. Over the last ten years, the town's population has grown quite a bit.
Who Lives Here?
About 22.5% of the people living in Dielsdorf are from other countries. Most residents, about 84.2%, speak German. Italian is the second most common language, spoken by 4% of the people. Albanian is third, spoken by 2.7%.
Age Groups in Town
In Dielsdorf, young people (ages 0–19) make up about 25.1% of the population. Adults (ages 20–64) are the largest group, at 64.9%. Seniors (over 64 years old) make up 10.1% of the population.
Education and Jobs
Many adults in Dielsdorf are well-educated. About 73.1% of people aged 25-64 have finished high school or gone on to higher education. This includes university or a specialized college called a Fachhochschule.
Dielsdorf has a low unemployment rate of 3.22%. This means most people who want to work can find jobs.
Working in Dielsdorf
The town has different types of jobs:
- Farming: About 40 people work in farming, with 14 businesses in this area.
- Industry: Around 894 people work in factories or production, with 55 businesses.
- Services: The biggest group, 2,471 people, work in service jobs like shops, offices, or healthcare. There are 229 businesses in this sector.
Getting Around Dielsdorf
Dielsdorf has its own train station, called Dielsdorf railway station. It's part of the Zürich S-Bahn network, specifically on the S15 line. You can reach Zürich Hauptbahnhof (Zurich's main train station) from Dielsdorf in just 23 minutes by train.
