District in Zoetermeer
Palenstein is located in the province of Zuid-Holland, in the municipality of Zoetermeer The district has a total area of 97 hectares, of which 96 hectares are land and 1 hectares are water. The district is coded as WK063703. The postcode area is 2722AA-2722ZZ.
Palenstein has 5.845 residents. Of these, 48,4% are men and 51,7% are women. Most residents are 25 to 45 years (30,8%). The other age groups are 22,7% for '45 to 65 years', 17,9% for '65 years or older', 17,4% for '0 to 15 years' and 11,4% for '15 to 25 years'. Of the residents, 56,4% is unmarried, 28,9% is married, 10,9% is divorced and 3,9% is widowed. 2.985 residents originate from the Netherlands, 345 come from Europe and 2.520 come from countries outside Europe.
There are 2.950 households in Palenstein. 46,1% of these are single-person households, 22,4% households without children and 31,5% households with children. The average household size is 2,0 persons. The national average is 2,1 persons.
In Palenstein there are 13.200 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €41.100, which is €1.100 (3%) lower than the national average of €42.200. Per resident, the average income is €33.300, which is €1.600 (5%) lower than the national average of €34.900. Most residents of Palenstein are educated to an intermediate level. 44,4% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 30,7% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO) and 25,0% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1).
Of the 5.845 residents, around 71% are in paid employment, which amounts to 4.150 people. This is 1% lower than the national average of 72%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (88%), while 12% are self-employed. In Palenstein, 30% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 970 people receive this benefit.
In Palenstein there are 2.924 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €307.000. Of these, around 98% are occupied and 2% unoccupied. Most homes are rental properties. This amounts to 69% rental homes and 31% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 31% privately owned, 65% owned by housing associations and 4% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Palenstein are 1950-1970 (35%) and 1970-1980 (24%).
There are currently no homes for sale in Palenstein. The most recently listed home is Croesinckplein 58 by De Drie Kastelen NVM Makelaardij op Funda. No homes were sold in Palenstein over the past year.
There are currently no homes for rent in Palenstein. The most recent home is Van Aalstlaan 112, offered by www.woonnet-haaglanden.nl. No homes were let in Palenstein over the past year.
No recent rental data available for Palenstein.
In Palenstein there are 2.667 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (26%), C (21%) and A+++ (14%). On average, an address in Palenstein uses 2.400 kWh of electricity per year. This is 6% below the national average of 2.550 kWh. With an annual consumption of 760 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 5% below the national average of 800 m³.
Palenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe housing stock is mainly post-war — 68% was built between 1945 and 1990. In addition, the most common type is flats (66%).
Over the past year a home for sale in Palenstein was listed for an average of €420,870 (€4,368 per m²). That is 20% below the Dutch national average. Last quarter prices rose by 14%.
A rental home in Palenstein cost an average of €1,922 per month (€18 per m²). That is 11% below the national average.
Wijk Palenstein has 5,845 residents. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (31%).
The housing supply in Palenstein is remarkably efficient: 55% has an A, A+ or B label. The average natural gas consumption per household is 760 m³ per year.
From Palenstein you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.5 km, a GP at 0.8 km, a railway station at 2.1 km, a primary school at 0.5 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).
Right now you will find 14 homes for sale and 1 homes for rent in Palenstein.
