Where do you live most pleasantly in Apeldoorn?
Apeldoorn is a city of contrasts. From quiet, green residential areas to lively neighbourhoods with plenty of amenities. But how do residents experience living in their neighbourhood? On Buurtje.nl, residents share their opinions on safety, liveability and atmosphere. In this overview, you will discover which neighbourhoods score the highest – and lowest – according to the residents themselves.
Our top 5 best and worst rated neighbourhoods in Apeldoorn
- Noord – 8.5: Noord is the highest scoring neighbourhood in Apeldoorn. Residents praise the tranquillity, the abundance of greenery and the pleasant living environment. The neighbourhood has a relatively high number of elderly people (65+) and energy label C is the most common. There are currently 29 homes for sale and 2 for rent.
- Oost – 8.1: Oost is popular with residents due to the combination of amenities, tranquillity and energy efficiency. Energy label A is the most common here and energy consumption is 4% below average. Most residents are between 45 and 65 years old.
- Zuidoost – 7.7: Zuidoost is a large neighbourhood with more than 25,000 residents. The neighbourhood scores a solid pass and is appreciated for its varied housing supply. There are currently 21 homes for sale and 3 for rent, and energy consumption is slightly above average.
- Noordoost – 7.5: Residents of Noordoost particularly appreciate the spacious layout and good accessibility. Energy label A is the most common here and energy consumption is 10% lower than average. Most residents are between 45 and 65 years old.
- Zuidwest – 3.6: Zuidwest is the only neighbourhood in this overview to score a fail. Residents mainly mention a lack of amenities and liveability as drawbacks. The neighbourhood consumes on average 11% more energy than other neighbourhoods. However, there are relatively many homes for sale: 28, plus 2 rental properties.
How was this list compiled?
This top 5 is based on resident reviews on
Buurtje.nl (as of May 2025). Only neighbourhoods with at least three reviews were included, so that the results remain representative. The scores are the average of the reviews from residents living in the respective neighbourhood.
In addition to these resident experiences, data from the
Leefbaarometer of the Dutch government was also used. This tool provides an objective indication of liveability based on, among other things, safety, housing quality, amenities and social cohesion.
Conclusion
The differences in appreciation between Apeldoorn's neighbourhoods are remarkably large. Neighbourhoods like Noord and Oost score above average on tranquillity, amenities and energy efficiency. Zuidwest, on the other hand, receives a failing grade from residents. Are you looking for a nice place to live in Apeldoorn? Let yourself be inspired by the experiences of other residents on Buurtje.nl.
