Wolvega is located in the province of Friesland, in the municipality of Weststellingwerf. The district has a total area of 1.319 hectares, of which 1.207 hectares are land and 112 hectares are water. The district is coded as WK009800. The postcode area is 8471AA-8472EE.
Wolvega has 13.505 residents. Of these, 49,2% are men and 50,8% are women. Most residents are 65 years or older (26,7%). The other age groups are 25,1% for '45 to 65 years', 23,0% for '25 to 45 years', 15,0% for '0 to 15 years' and 10,3% for '15 to 25 years'. Of the residents, 44,2% is unmarried, 39,5% is married, 8,5% is divorced and 7,8% is widowed. 11.750 residents originate from the Netherlands, 540 come from Europe and 1.210 come from countries outside Europe.
There are 6.165 households in Wolvega. 38,4% of these are single-person households, 29,8% households without children and 31,8% households with children. The average household size is 2,1 persons. The national average is 2,1 persons.
In Wolvega there are 10.700 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €34.500, which is €7.700 (18%) lower than the national average of €42.200. Per resident, the average income is €28.600, which is €6.300 (18%) lower than the national average of €34.900. Most residents of Wolvega are educated to an intermediate level. 47,0% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 31,6% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1) and 21,4% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO).
Of the 13.505 residents, around 71% are in paid employment, which amounts to 9.589 people. This is 1% lower than the national average of 72%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (87%), while 13% are self-employed. In Wolvega, 33% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 3.260 people receive this benefit.
In Wolvega there are 6.356 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €276.000. Of these, around 97% are occupied and 3% unoccupied. Most homes are owner-occupied. This amounts to 44% rental homes and 56% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 56% privately owned, 35% owned by housing associations and 9% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Wolvega are 1950-1970 (23%) and 1970-1980 (20%).
There are currently 50 homes for sale in Wolvega. The most recently listed home is Boswitje 5 by Van Galen Makelaars op Funda. Over the past year, 166 homes were sold in Wolvega. On average, a home was sold within 50 days.
The average asking price for a home for sale in Wolvega over the past year was €408.995. This is 48% higher than the average assessed value (WOZ) of €276.000. The average asking price per m² of floor area is €3.203.
There are 2 homes for rent in Wolvega. The most recent home is Breuningslaan 162, offered by www.frieslandhuurt.nl. No homes were let in Wolvega over the past year.
No recent rental data available for Wolvega.
In Wolvega there are 4.680 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (33%), C (23%) and B (20%). On average, an address in Wolvega uses 2.300 kWh of electricity per year. This is 10% below the national average of 2.550 kWh. Natural gas consumption, at 870 m³ per year, is 9% above the national average of 800 m³.
A quiet neighbourhood where people know each other and are involved with one another. Many beautiful houses on very spacious plots.
Auto-translated to English by AINothing crazy ever happens and if something is going on, it's discussed among each other.
Auto-translated to English by AINot much happens. No neighbourhood BBQ or things like that.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fairly quiet neighbourhood close to the centre, so you can easily cycle to the shops within 5 minutes. Nice atmosphere, 5 minutes' walk to a small park and no trouble from other people.
Auto-translated to English by AINOT APPLICABLE
Auto-translated to English by AIYes sometimes boring can be nice, would have preferred to live somewhere with more shops and more to do for young people, but unfortunately
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is a very nice neighbourhood! There are trees in the neighbourhood, a school and the supermarket is almost around the corner. In short, a good and pleasant neighbourhood. The only thing that could be improved is the racing on the tail by motorists who are not from this area. These motorists often come from the village and take a lap around the village.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy living. Friendly people
Auto-translated to English by AIOver the past year a home for sale in Wolvega was listed for an average of €408,995 (€3,203 per m²). That is 21% below the Dutch national average. Last quarter prices rose by 14%.
Residents give Wolvega a 7.9 out of 10 based on 9 reviews. The strongest score is for education (8.8), the weakest for community (7.0).
The housing supply in Wolvega is remarkably efficient: 52% has an A, A+ or B label. The average natural gas consumption per household is 870 m³ per year.
From Wolvega you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.8 km, a GP at 0.9 km, a railway station at 1.4 km, a primary school at 0.5 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).
Right now you will find 50 homes for sale and 2 homes for rent in Wolvega.
