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Municipality in Utrecht

7.5
Residents give Utrecht a good ratingThis score is based on 123 responses
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Utrecht has 376,757 residentsMost are 25 to 45 years old
There are 168,736 homes in UtrechtCurrently there are 1,811 for sale and 540 for rent
Energy label A is the most common in UtrechtBased on registered homes

Utrecht is located in the province of Utrecht The municipality has a total area of 9.921 hectares, of which 9.377 hectares are land and 544 hectares are water. The municipality is coded as GM0344. The postcode area is 3451AA-3585LR.

Residents

Utrecht has 376.757 residents. Of these, 48,9% are men and 51,1% are women. Most residents are 25 to 45 years (36,8%). The other age groups are 21,3% for '45 to 65 years', 15,6% for '0 to 15 years', 15,3% for '15 to 25 years' and 11,0% for '65 years or older'. Of the residents, 65,5% is unmarried, 26,3% is married, 5,7% is divorced and 2,5% is widowed. 222.747 residents originate from the Netherlands, 41.247 come from Europe and 112.763 come from countries outside Europe.

There are 194.040 households in Utrecht. 51,6% of these are single-person households, 22,4% households without children and 26,0% households with children. The average household size is 1,9 persons. The national average is 2,1 persons.

In Utrecht there are 299.500 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €47.000, which is €4.800 (11%) higher than the national average of €42.200. Per resident, the average income is €38.500, which is €3.600 (10%) higher than the national average of €34.900. Most residents of Utrecht are highly educated. 55,2% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO), 26,7% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4) and 18,0% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1).

Of the 376.757 residents, around 75% are in paid employment, which amounts to 282.568 people. This is 3% higher than the national average of 72%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (84%), while 16% are self-employed. In Utrecht, 17% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 36.440 people receive this benefit.

Housing

In Utrecht there are 168.736 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €490.000. Of these, around 96% are occupied and 4% unoccupied. Most homes are rental properties. This amounts to 55% rental homes and 45% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 45% privately owned, 31% owned by housing associations and 24% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Utrecht are 1950-1970 (20%) and 1900-1925 (13%).

Homes for sale

There are currently no homes for sale in Utrecht. The most recently listed home is Wittevrouwensingel 58 by LEF Makelaars & Taxateurs. No homes were sold in Utrecht over the past year.

Rental homes

There are currently no homes for rent in Utrecht. The most recent home is Hendrick de Keyserstraat 32, offered by Your-House. No homes were let in Utrecht over the past year.

No recent rental data available for Utrecht.

Energy

In Utrecht there are 124.205 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (37%), C (16%) and B (11%). On average, an address in Utrecht uses 2.140 kWh of electricity per year. This is 16% below the national average of 2.550 kWh. With an annual consumption of 500 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 38% below the national average of 800 m³.

Amenities

GP
0,7 km
Pharmacy
0,8 km
Hospital
3,0 km
Supermarket
0,7 km
Railway station
2,0 km
Day nursery
0,5 km
Primary school
0,6 km
Secondary school
1,4 km

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Districts in Utrecht

Map of Zuid
7.7ZuidDistrict
Map of Overvecht
7.2OvervechtDistrict
Map of Noordwest
7.3NoordwestDistrict
Map of Oost
7.7OostDistrict
Map of Vleuten-De Meern
7.5Vleuten-De MeernDistrict
Map of Zuidwest
7.4ZuidwestDistrict
Map of West
7.4WestDistrict
Map of Binnenstad
7.5BinnenstadDistrict
Map of Leidsche Rijn
7.9Leidsche RijnDistrict
Map of Noordoost
6.8NoordoostDistrict
7.5
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Experiences of Utrecht

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7.5
Jan
Family · Terraced house
Sterrenwijk23-09-2026
Rustige buurt

Rustige woonwijk en op loopafstand van de stad. Buurt bestaat uit van alles (gezinnen, stellen en alleenstaanden, af en toe een student of een expat). Dat gaat allemaal goed samen en brengt wel een gezellige sfeer. Parkeerplekken zijn er iets te weinig van maar dat lossen ze hier gewoon op door de stoep te gebruiken. Als niemand er last van heeft vinden ze het hier allemaal wel prima. Mooi wijkie.

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7.2
Joost Popkema
Student · Herenhuis
Rustige, schone omgevinig

De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.

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8.1
Maaike
Living together · Terraced house
Parkwijk-Zuid25-07-2026
Alle voorzieningen dichtbij

Leuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.

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9.3
K.B.
Family · Overig
Parkwijk-Zuid25-07-2026
Fijne rustige buurt met veel groen met winkels, scholen en overige voorzieningen op korte afstand

Heerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.

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9.1
Ipek Ozlem
Family · Apartment
Oudwijk24-06-2026
Peaceful neighborhood

The neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.

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9.3
C.c.de.vries
Overig · Apartment
Cosy

Cosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.

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8.9
RH
Family · Terraced house
Lunetten-Zuid06-04-2026
Social, child-friendly and green

Lunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.

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9.1
Eddie van Schaik
Family · Terraced house
Top neighbourhood!

I've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.

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Statistics about the residents

Ages

Residents per age category

Household composition

Households per category
100,166Single-person households
43,398Households without children
50,476Households 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
€38,500 P.A.average per resident10% above the national average
€47,000 P.A.average per income recipient11% above the national average
84%of the employed are in paid employment
16%of the employed are self-employed
75%
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
Utrecht
Netherlands

Benefits

Residents per benefit type
Social assistance
Disability
Unemployment

Housing market in Utrecht

Sale price · Q4 2026
€573.304
average▲ 3,9%
€534.100
median▲ 7,9%
213 sales · vs. Q3 2026
€/m² for sale · Q4 2026
€6.507
average▲ 4,2%
€6.105
median▲ 1,2%
+4% vs. national average
Rent · Q4 2026
€1.826
average▼ 6,9%
€1.712
median▼ 11,5%
174 lettings · vs. Q3 2026
€/m² for rent · Q4 2026
€22,9
average▼ 7,6%
€22,5
median▼ 5,5%
-12% vs. national average

Price trend for sale

Sale price per quarter · Q1 '25 – Q4 '26
Average
Median

Price trend for rent

Rent per quarter · Q1 '25 – Q4 '26
Average
Median

Sales market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
39 days ▲ 10,3%
average time listed · vs. last year
8,409
sales in the past year
95 m²
average living area
+4%
more expensive than the national average

Rental market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
41 days ▼ 3,7%
average time listed · vs. last year
4,364
lettings in the past year
90 m²
average living area
-12%
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)
Utrecht
500
Netherlands
800
Electricity (kWh)
Utrecht
2.140
Netherlands
2.550

Frequently asked questions about Utrecht

What kind of homes are there in Utrecht?

The most common type is flats (62%).

What do you pay for a house in Utrecht?

Over the past year a home for sale in Utrecht was listed for an average of €549,814 (€6,191 per m²).

What do you pay for a rental home in Utrecht?

A rental home in Utrecht cost an average of €1,891 per month (€25 per m²). That is 12% below the national average.

How do residents rate Utrecht?

Residents give Utrecht a 7.5 out of 10 based on 123 reviews. Especially accessibility (8.3) scores well; cleanliness (6.8) receives the lowest rating.

Who lives in Utrecht?

Gemeente Utrecht has 376,757 residents. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (37%). Notably, 52% of the households are single-person households.

How sustainable is the housing supply in Utrecht?

The housing supply in Utrecht is remarkably efficient: 62% has an A, A+ or B label. The average natural gas consumption per household is 500 m³ per year.

Which amenities are close to Utrecht?

From Utrecht you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.7 km, a GP at 0.7 km, a railway station at 2.0 km, a primary school at 0.6 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).

What is the current housing supply in Utrecht?

Right now you will find 1,811 homes for sale and 540 homes for rent in Utrecht.

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