
Municipality in Overijssel
Ommen is located in the province of Overijssel The municipality has a total area of 18.201 hectares, of which 17.985 hectares are land and 217 hectares are water. The municipality is coded as GM0175. The postcode area is 7685PA-8148TB.
Ommen has 19.031 residents. Of these, 50,6% are men and 49,4% are women. Most residents are 45 to 65 years (27,3%). The other age groups are 23,9% for '65 years or older', 21,8% for '25 to 45 years', 15,8% for '0 to 15 years' and 11,3% for '15 to 25 years'. Of the residents, 44,1% is unmarried, 44,8% is married, 5,9% is divorced and 5,2% is widowed. 16.922 residents originate from the Netherlands, 1.026 come from Europe and 1.083 come from countries outside Europe.
There are 7.983 households in Ommen. 31,3% of these are single-person households, 34,4% households without children and 34,3% households with children. The average household size is 2,3 persons.
In Ommen there are 14.900 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €34.800, which is €1.000 (3%) lower than the national average of €35.800. Per resident, the average income is €28.700, which is €500 (2%) lower than the national average of €29.200. Most residents of Ommen are educated to an intermediate level. 47,3% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 27,2% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1) and 25,6% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO).
Of the 19.031 residents, around 68% are in paid employment, which amounts to 12.941 people. This is 3% higher than the national average of 65%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (81%), while 19% are self-employed. In Ommen, 27% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 4.040 people receive this benefit.
In Ommen there are 7.755 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €388.000. Of these, around 95% are occupied and 5% unoccupied. Most homes are owner-occupied. This amounts to 29% rental homes and 71% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 71% privately owned, 18% owned by housing associations and 11% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Ommen are 1950-1970 (23%) and 1970-1980 (19%).
There are currently no homes for sale in Ommen. The most recently listed home is de Ruyterstraat 24 by Blijhuis Makelaardij op Funda. No homes were sold in Ommen over the past year.
There are currently no homes for rent in Ommen. The most recent home is Buizerd 33, offered by www.dewoningzoeker.nl. No homes were let in Ommen over the past year.
No recent rental data available for Ommen.
In Ommen there are 8.331 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (25%), C (23%) and B (16%). On average, an address in Ommen uses 3.030 kWh of electricity per year. This is 8% above the national average of 2.810 kWh. With an annual consumption of 1.270 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 1% below the national average of 1.280 m³.
Since Action came here, it hasn't become any nicer. Sometimes you can't park your car near your own apartment. And the street lighting still hasn't been repaired, for 4 years now. I have more negative points but I'll leave it at that! If I get the chance, I won't stay here!!!
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience with this neighbourhood is very good. I live here nice and quietly, and there is no nuisance. Furthermore, I am quickly in the centre of Ommen, which is also a big advantage.
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant living in Ommen with many activities within walking distance. In summer a bustling “town”.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a pleasant neighbourhood to live in, with lots of greenery and happy residents. With a bike you can get everywhere and you won't miss a thing. It feels safe, it's clean, and there's always something to do. And you're at the train station within 10 minutes.
Auto-translated to English by AILocated between the sports park and the Ommerbos, a quiet corner in Ommen. 10 minutes by bike from the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AICosy in summer, less cosy in winter
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone wants to help everyone. You see it during carnival too, where a small village can be great. We do it all together!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe housing stock is mainly post-war — 58% was built between 1945 and 1990.
Over the past year a home for sale in Ommen was listed for an average of €493,134 (€4,066 per m²). Last quarter prices fell by 28%.
Residents give Ommen a 8.5 out of 10 based on 10 reviews. Especially cleanliness (9.4) scores well; education (7.3) receives the lowest rating.
The housing supply in Ommen is remarkably efficient: 61% has an A, A+ or B label. The average natural gas consumption per household is 1,270 m³ per year.
From Ommen you can on average reach a supermarket at 2.1 km, a GP at 2.3 km, a railway station at 4.1 km, a primary school at 1.2 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).
Right now you will find 85 homes for sale and 5 homes for rent in Ommen. A home for sale here is listed for an average of 74 days — relatively long for the current market.