
Neighbourhood in Midden-Groningen
Harkstede is located in the province of Groningen, in the municipality of Midden-Groningen, in the district Harkstede Scharmer en Woudbloem The neighbourhood has a total area of 195 hectares, of which 189 hectares are land and 6 hectares are water. The neighbourhood is coded as BU19520901. The postcode area is 9617AA-9617TB.
Three residents rate the neighbourhood as good with a score of 7.3. They describe it as 'Decent neighbourhood but quite a lot of loitering youths.', 'a small village with a great environment.' and 'Quiet and a cosy neighbourhood'. Aspects such as cleanliness, safety, community are rated well in this neighbourhood, while education and amenities score less well.
Harkstede has 3.020 residents. Of these, 49,8% are men and 50,2% are women. Most residents are 45 to 65 years (31,1%). The other age groups are 22,0% for '65 years or older', 19,5% for '25 to 45 years', 17,4% for '0 to 15 years' and 10,3% for '15 to 25 years'. Of the residents, 46,5% is unmarried, 43,0% is married, 6,3% is divorced and 4,5% is widowed. 2.700 residents originate from the Netherlands, 125 come from Europe and 195 come from countries outside Europe.
There are 1.270 households in Harkstede. 24,0% of these are single-person households, 37,8% households without children and 38,2% households with children. The average household size is 2,4 persons.
In Harkstede there are 2.400 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €37.600, which is €1.800 (5%) higher than the national average of €35.800. Per resident, the average income is €31.700, which is €2.500 (9%) higher than the national average of €29.200. Most residents of Harkstede are educated to an intermediate level. 43,2% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 37,8% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO) and 18,9% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1).
Of the 3.020 residents, around 66% are in paid employment, which amounts to 1.993 people. This is 1% higher than the national average of 65%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (85%), while 15% are self-employed. In Harkstede, 25% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 590 people receive this benefit.
In Harkstede there are 1.273 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €349.000. Of these, around 98% are occupied and 2% unoccupied. Most homes are owner-occupied. This amounts to 21% rental homes and 79% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 79% privately owned, 16% owned by housing associations and 5% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Harkstede are 2000-2010 (26%) and 1990-2000 (23%).
There are currently no homes for sale in Harkstede. The most recently listed home is Hoofdweg 173 by Wildveen Makelaars op Funda. No homes were sold in Harkstede over the past year.
There are currently no homes for rent in Harkstede. The most recent home is Hoofdweg 31A, offered by 123Wonen Groningen op Pararius. No homes were let in Harkstede over the past year.
No recent rental data available for Harkstede.
In Harkstede there are 1.317 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (36%), B (19%) and C (17%). On average, an address in Harkstede uses 2.870 kWh of electricity per year. This is 2% above the national average of 2.810 kWh. With an annual consumption of 1.250 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 2% below the national average of 1.280 m³.
Around New Year's Eve there are always groups (16-20) with a lot of fireworks, my little sister doesn't dare to go outside because of this and they also cause damage.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice village, many beautiful and large houses. never many problems in the neighbourhood. there is a primary school and there are sports clubs. but few food options in the area and only 1 supermarket. the lake is a nice place to swim, paddleboard and windsurf. the nature around the lake is a pleasant place for a walk.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's quiet. People are friendly. It's not a crazy village to live in. To make it even safer, a zebra crossing would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe most common type is detached houses (45%).
Over the past year a home for sale in Harkstede was listed for an average of €346,963 (€2,686 per m²).
A rental home in Harkstede cost an average of €1,200 per month (€18 per m²).
Residents give Harkstede a 7.3 out of 10 based on 3 reviews. Cleanliness stands out with a 9.0; amenities lags behind with a 6.7.
Buurt Harkstede has 3,020 residents. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (31%). Many families: 38% of the households have children.
From Harkstede you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.8 km, a GP at 0.7 km, a railway station at 7.2 km, a primary school at 0.8 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).