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District in AmersfoortVathorst-De Laak
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Vathorst-De Laak has 10,655 residentsMost are 25 to 45 years old
There are 4,241 homes in Vathorst-De LaakCurrently there are 69 for sale and 3 for rent
Energy label A is the most common in Vathorst-De LaakBased on registered homes

Vathorst-De Laak is located in the province of Utrecht, in the municipality of Amersfoort. The district has a total area of 313 hectares, of which 294 hectares are land and 19 hectares are water. The district is coded as WK030731. The postcode area is 3826AA-3829MZ.

Residents

Vathorst-De Laak has 10.655 residents. Of these, 50,2% are men and 49,8% are women. Most residents are 25 to 45 years (36,2%). The other age groups are 24,6% for '0 to 15 years', 22,1% for '45 to 65 years', 10,8% for '15 to 25 years' and 6,3% for '65 years or older'. Of the residents, 57,3% is unmarried, 35,2% is married, 6,1% is divorced and 1,4% is widowed. 7.255 residents originate from the Netherlands, 680 come from Europe and 2.720 come from countries outside Europe.

There are 4.135 households in Vathorst-De Laak. 26,4% of these are single-person households, 23,7% households without children and 49,9% households with children. The average household size is 2,6 persons. The national average is 2,1 persons.

In Vathorst-De Laak there are 7.300 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €56.100, which is €13.900 (33%) higher than the national average of €42.200. Per resident, the average income is €41.300, which is €6.400 (18%) higher than the national average of €34.900. Most residents of Vathorst-De Laak are highly educated. 51,6% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO), 31,8% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4) and 16,5% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1).

Of the 10.655 residents, around 84% are in paid employment, which amounts to 8.950 people. This is 12% higher than the national average of 72%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (84%), while 16% are self-employed. In Vathorst-De Laak, 11% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 610 people receive this benefit.

Housing

In Vathorst-De Laak there are 4.241 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €519.000. Of these, around 96% are occupied and 4% unoccupied. Most homes are owner-occupied. This amounts to 34% rental homes and 66% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 66% privately owned, 23% owned by housing associations and 11% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Vathorst-De Laak are 2020 and later (35%) and 2000-2010 (34%).

Homes for sale in Vathorst-De Laak

There are currently 69 homes for sale in Vathorst-De Laak. The most recently listed home is Laan van Bovenduist 77 by Kruithof Makelaardij B.V. op Funda. Over the past year, 147 homes were sold in Vathorst-De Laak. On average, a home was sold within 42 days.

The average asking price for a home for sale in Vathorst-De Laak over the past year was €644.052. This is 24% higher than the average assessed value (WOZ) of €519.000. The average asking price per m² of floor area is €5.183.

Rental homes in Vathorst-De Laak

There are 3 homes for rent in Vathorst-De Laak. The most recent home is Griendweg 59, offered by Openbare Makelaardij op Funda. Over the past year, 41 homes were let in Vathorst-De Laak. On average, a listing was let within 33 days.

The average rent for a rental home in Vathorst-De Laak over the past year was €1.703 per month. Per m² of floor area that is €16 per month.

Energy

In Vathorst-De Laak there are 3.451 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (67%), A+++ (20%) and A+ (8%). On average, an address in Vathorst-De Laak uses 3.160 kWh of electricity per year. This is 24% above the national average of 2.550 kWh. With an annual consumption of 300 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 63% below the national average of 800 m³.

Amenities

GP
1,0 km
Pharmacy
1,0 km
Hospital
7,1 km
Supermarket
1,4 km
Railway station
1,8 km
Day nursery
0,6 km
Primary school
0,7 km
Secondary school
1,2 km
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Most beautiful neighbourhood in Vathorst

A beautiful neighbourhood with rivers and lovely buildings. Between the 'veilanden' and buildings with a 'sea' theme, there is a cycle path to schools and a shopping centre. Spacious shopping centre with more than 10 shops and sandwich bars. Lots of children and pets.

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Statistics about the residents

Ages

Residents per age category

Household composition

Households per category
1,090Single-person households
980Households without children
2,065Households with children

Gender

Residents by gender
Men
Women

Marital status

Residents by marital status
Married
Unmarried
Divorced
Widowed

Origin

Residents per category of origin
Netherlands
Europe
Outside Europe

Work & income

Labour participation and average income
€41,300 P.A.average per resident18% above the national average
€56,100 P.A.average per income recipient33% above the national average
84%of the employed are in paid employment
16%of the employed are self-employed
84%
of the residents are employed
72%
is the national average

Education level

Residents per education level
VMBO, MBO 1
HAVO/VWO, MBO 2-4
HBO/WO

Wealth

Median wealth per household
Vathorst-De Laak
Netherlands

Benefits

Residents per benefit type
Social assistance
Disability
Unemployment

Housing market in Vathorst-De Laak

Sale price · Q4 2026
€593.158
average▼ 15,2%
€625.000
median▼ 10,1%
19 sales · vs. Q3 2026
€/m² for sale · Q4 2026
€5.303
average▲ 3,7%
€4.843
medianstabiel
+24% vs. national average

Price trend for sale

Sale price per quarter · Q4 '25 – Q4 '26
Average
Median

Sales market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
42 days ▲ 32,6%
average time listed · vs. last year
147
sales in the past year
129 m²
average living area
+24%
more expensive than the national average

Rental market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
33 days ▼ 12,7%
average time listed · vs. last year
41
lettings in the past year
113 m²
average living area
-9%
cheaper than the national average

Year built

Age of the housing stock

Energy labels

Sustainability of the housing stock

Living area

Distribution of home sizes

Statistics about the homes

Home types

Addresses per home type

Construction periods

Addresses per construction period

Labels

Addresses per energy label

Energy consumption

Average per address, compared with the Netherlands
Natural gas (m³)
Vathorst-De Laak
300
Netherlands
800
Electricity (kWh)
Vathorst-De Laak
3.160
Netherlands
2.550

Frequently asked questions about Vathorst-De Laak

What kind of houses make up Vathorst-De Laak?

The housing stock is relatively young — 100% dates from after 1990. In addition, the most common type is terraced houses (40%).

What is the average asking price in Vathorst-De Laak?

Over the past year a home for sale in Vathorst-De Laak was listed for an average of €644,052 (€5,183 per m²). That is 24% above the Dutch national average. Last quarter prices fell by 15%.

How much does renting cost in Vathorst-De Laak?

A rental home in Vathorst-De Laak cost an average of €1,703 per month (€16 per m²).

What kind of people live in Vathorst-De Laak?

Wijk Vathorst-De Laak has 10,655 residents. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (36%). Many families: 50% of the households have children.

How energy-efficient are the homes in Vathorst-De Laak?

The housing supply in Vathorst-De Laak is remarkably efficient: 100% has an A, A+ or B label. The average natural gas consumption per household is 300 m³ per year.

What is within walking distance in Vathorst-De Laak?

From Vathorst-De Laak you can on average reach a supermarket at 1.4 km, a GP at 1.0 km, a railway station at 1.8 km, a primary school at 0.7 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).

How many houses are on offer in Vathorst-De Laak?

Right now you will find 69 homes for sale and 3 homes for rent in Vathorst-De Laak.

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