Homes for sale in Werkense polder, Altena
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House prices and market figures for Werkense polder, Altena
Werkense polder is a buyer-dominated neighbourhood: 74% of the 564 homes are owner-occupied, which is clearly above average. The average WOZ value is €394,000, higher than the district average of Werkendam (€349,000) and also above the municipal average of Altena (€377,000). This indicates that Werkense polder is among the more expensive segments within the municipality.
Over the past twelve months, seven homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €518,000. The range ran from €389,000 to €735,000, showing that both entry-level homes and larger detached houses come onto the market. With an average living area of 129 m², this works out at a price per square metre of approximately €4,015. The supply consists mainly of ground-floor family homes; apartments are hardly found here. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times.
Living in Werkense polder, Altena
Werkense polder lies on the southwest side of Werkendam, wedged between the village's expansion neighbourhoods and the open polder landscape of the Biesbosch region. Its character is distinctly residential: quiet, green on the edges, with little through traffic. The streets were mainly laid out in the eighties and nineties, which is reflected in the housing types: many semi-detached and detached houses on spacious plots, with the occasional row of terraced houses from the same period. The gardens are large by Brabant standards, and that is something residents consistently mention when talking about their neighbourhood.
Daily shopping is done in Werkendam itself, a few minutes' bike ride away. The Albert Heijn and Aldi on Keizersdijk are the nearest supermarkets. For a larger range of shops, you drive towards Gorinchem or Breda, both about twenty to twenty-five minutes by car. The connection to the A27 via Werkendam-Noord makes that trip easy. Public transport is more limited: bus line 169 connects Werkendam with Gorinchem, but the frequency is low and a car is practically indispensable.
Primary education is well organised in Werkendam: primary schools such as De Regenboog and De Rank are within cycling distance. For secondary education, children usually go to Altena College in Sleeuwijk or Woudrichem. Sports clubs are plentiful in Werkendam: football club WSC, tennis club and a swimming pool in the village itself. The proximity of the De Biesbosch National Park is a special plus point of this location: walking, canoeing and cycling in the water and reed landscape starts literally around the corner.
Residents appreciate the peace and space, but also point out the limited amenities in the neighbourhood itself. A reviewer on the neighbourhood page of Werkense polder wrote: "It's wonderfully quiet here and the children can play outside without you worrying, but for everything you need you have to get in the car." That sums it up well. Compared to the Centre of Werkendam, you miss the walking distance to shops and catering, but on the other hand you get more space for your money here. Burchtpolder and Welgelegen are similar residential neighbourhoods in the same district, with a slightly different housing programme but a comparable atmosphere. Those who want to explore the municipality of Altena as a whole can find information about living, permits and local facilities on the website of the municipality of Altena.
Does a home for sale in Werkense polder suit you?
Werkense polder mainly attracts families and movers who are looking for space and are willing to pay for it. With an average selling price of €518,000, this is not a starter neighbourhood; those buying a home for the first time in Werkense polder will find that supply in the lower price brackets quickly disappears and that overbidding is not uncommon. Starters who still want to stay in the area would be better off looking at Vervoornepolder noord or Vervoornepolder zuid, where prices are slightly more accessible. Seniors looking to downsize will find few ground-floor options here; the supply mainly consists of multiple floors. Those considering renting as an intermediate step can check the supply of rental homes in Werkense polder.
What residents say about Werkense polder
Residents rate Werkense polder positively on average, with the highest scores for safety and the living environment. The greenness of the neighbourhood and the quiet streets are regularly mentioned. Residents are less enthusiastic about accessibility by public transport and the limited range of amenities within walking distance. One resident wrote: "For a family with young children, this is a nice place, but without a car you really can't manage here." Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Werkense polder.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Werkense polder?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Werkense polder was €518,000. The cheapest sold property went for €389,000, the most expensive for €735,000. With an average living area of 129 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,015. This concerns almost exclusively ground-based single-family homes; buying an apartment in Werkense polder is hardly possible.
What is the WOZ value in Werkense polder?
The average WOZ value in Werkense polder is €394,000. This is above the average of the Werkendam district (€349,000) and also above the municipal average of Altena (€377,000). Werkense polder thus belongs to the higher value segments within the municipality.
What is it like to live in Werkense polder?
Living in Werkense polder means living quietly in a green, predominantly residential neighbourhood on the edge of Werkendam. The homes mostly date from the 1980s and 1990s and are on spacious plots. Residents appreciate the safety and space, but indicate that you need a car for almost everything. The proximity of the De Biesbosch National Park is a notable plus point.
Is Werkense polder suitable for families with children?
Yes, Werkense polder is pre-eminently a family neighbourhood. More than half of households have children, and the largest age group is 25 to 45 years. There are primary schools within cycling distance in Werkendam, the streets are quiet and there is plenty of outdoor space. The labour participation rate of 75% indicates an active population. However, a car is almost indispensable, which is a consideration for some families.
How accessible is Werkense polder?
By car, Werkense polder is easily accessible via the A27, which can be reached via Werkendam-Noord. Gorinchem and Breda are about twenty to twenty-five minutes' drive away. Public transport is limited: bus line 169 runs towards Gorinchem, but the frequency is low. There is no train station in Werkendam itself; the nearest station is Gorinchem. Those without a car will find the neighbourhood less well connected.
What type of homes are for sale in Werkense polder?
The housing supply in Werkense polder consists almost entirely of ground-based homes: semi-detached and detached houses are most common, supplemented by some terraced houses. Most homes were built in the 1980s and 1990s. Apartments are hardly available. With 74% owner-occupied homes in the stock, this is a pronounced home-ownership neighbourhood, with housing association homes accounting for 21% of the total.
Is there a lot of green space and nature near Werkense polder?
The location of Werkense polder borders the open polder landscape and is a short bike ride from the De Biesbosch National Park, one of the largest freshwater deltas in Europe. Walking, cycling and canoeing in the Biesbosch is literally a neighbourhood activity for residents. Within the neighbourhood itself, there is relatively much space between the homes, although a large central park is lacking.
