Nijlân

Nijlân, Leeuwarden – “green neighbourhood”

Neighbourhood in Leeuwarden

6.7
Residents give Nijlân a satisfactory ratingThis score is based on 3 responses
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Nijlân has 3,975 residentsMost are 25 to 45 years old
There are 2,483 homes in NijlânCurrently there are 20 for sale and 3 for rent
Energy label A is the most common in NijlânBased on registered homes

Nijlân is located in the province of Friesland, in the municipality of Leeuwarden, in the district Nijlân & De Zwette The neighbourhood has a total area of 107 hectares, of which 102 hectares are land and 5 hectares are water. The neighbourhood is coded as BU00804101. The postcode area is 8931AA-8931HC.

Three residents rate the neighbourhood as more than satisfactory with a score of 6.7. They describe it as 'green neighbourhood', 'Busy around schools' and 'Friendly neighbourhood with a safe atmosphere'. Aspects such as safety, community, education are rated well in this neighbourhood, while greenery and amenities score less well.

Residents

Nijlân has 3.975 residents. Of these, 48,1% are men and 51,9% are women. Most residents are 25 to 45 years (31,7%). The other age groups are 24,0% for '65 years or older', 21,5% for '45 to 65 years', 12,1% for '15 to 25 years' and 10,7% for '0 to 15 years'. Of the residents, 59,4% is unmarried, 23,3% is married, 11,2% is divorced and 6,4% is widowed. 2.965 residents originate from the Netherlands, 345 come from Europe and 665 come from countries outside Europe.

There are 2.560 households in Nijlân. 62,1% of these are single-person households, 22,1% households without children and 15,8% households with children. The average household size is 1,5 persons.

In Nijlân there are 3.200 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €28.300, which is €7.500 (21%) lower than the national average of €35.800. Per resident, the average income is €24.900, which is €4.300 (15%) lower than the national average of €29.200. Most residents of Nijlân are educated to an intermediate level. 48,6% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 25,7% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO) and 25,7% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1).

Of the 3.975 residents, around 61% are in paid employment, which amounts to 2.425 people. This is 4% lower than the national average of 65%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (91%), while 9% are self-employed. In Nijlân, 35% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 880 people receive this benefit.

Housing

In Nijlân there are 2.483 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €181.000. Of these, around 95% are occupied and 5% unoccupied. Most homes are rental properties. This amounts to 71% rental homes and 29% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 29% privately owned, 37% owned by housing associations and 33% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Nijlân are 1950-1970 (72%) and 1970-1980 (14%).

Homes for sale

There are currently 19 homes for sale in Nijlân. The most recently listed home is Nijlânsdyk 73-201 by FRANS HETTEMA MAKELAARDIJ. Over the past year, 63 homes were sold in Nijlân. On average, a home was sold within 39 days.

The average asking price for a home for sale in Nijlân over the past year was €294.328. This is 63% higher than the average assessed value (WOZ) of €181.000. The average asking price per m² of plot is €2.605.

Rental homes

There is 1 homes for rent in Nijlân. The most recent home is Curaçaostraat 63, offered by www.frieslandhuurt.nl. Over the past year, 31 homes were let in Nijlân. On average, a listing was let within 13 days.

No recent rental data available for Nijlân.

Energy

In Nijlân there are 2.289 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (27%), E (26%) and C (12%). On average, an address in Nijlân uses 1.760 kWh of electricity per year. This is 37% below the national average of 2.810 kWh. With an annual consumption of 840 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 34% below the national average of 1.280 m³.

Street names

  • Zeesterstraat
  • Bordineweg
  • Ried
  • Bonairestraat
  • Willem-Alexanderplein
  • Marningeweg
  • Van Miereveltplantsoen
  • Prinsessenpark
  • Beatrixstraat
  • Sabastraat
  • Brokopondoweg
  • Prinsessenweg
  • Surinamestraat
  • Soestdijkstraat
  • Marijkestraat
  • Nijlânsdyk
  • Van Harinxmaplein
  • Prins Bernhardstraat
  • Verlengde Schrans
  • Sudermuda
  • Curaçaostraat
  • Sint Maartenstraat
  • Middelzeelaan
  • Sint Eustatiusstraat
  • Coroniestraat
  • Mauritsplein
  • Paramaribostraat
  • Kwelderstraat
  • Arubastraat
  • Marowijnestraat
  • Aldlânsdyk
  • Julianalaan
  • Margrietstraat
  • Kinkhoornstraat
  • Irenestraat
  • Oostergoplein
  • Uiterdijksterweg
  • Antillenweg

Amenities

GP
0,5 km
Pharmacy
0,5 km
Hospital
2,2 km
Supermarket
0,6 km
Railway station
1,6 km
Day nursery
0,4 km
Primary school
0,5 km
Secondary school
0,6 km
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6.7
Residents give Nijlân a more than satisfactory rating
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Experiences of Nijlân

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7.4
dsf
Living alone · Terraced house
12-11-2024
green neighbourhood

Mixed neighbourhood with lots of greenery.

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5.6
Zwanetta
Living alone · Apartment
01-09-2024
Busy around schools

The youngsters park their bikes at the GGZ even though it's not allowed, there's a sign. But the guidance has often talked about it with the school.

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7.0
Sanne
Living together · Apartment
07-07-2024
Friendly neighbourhood with a safe atmosphere

I have never felt unsafe in this neighbourhood, not even late at night on the street. I also notice that everyone is always friendly and helpful. What could be improved is more cardboard bins around the neighbourhood to dispose of cardboard, and a chemist's would also be very nice.

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Statistics about the residents

Ages

Residents per age category

Household composition

Households per category
1,590Single-person households
565Households without children
405Households 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
€24,900 P.A.average per resident19% below the national average
€28,300 P.A.average per income recipient24% below the national average
1%is in paid employment
0%is self-employed
1%
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
Nijlân
Netherlands

Benefits

Residents per benefit type
Social assistance
Disability
Unemployment
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Housing market in Nijlân

Sale price · Q3 2026
€410.375
average▲ 66,3%
€271.500
median▲ 26,3%
12 sales · vs. Q2 2026
€/m² for sale · Q3 2026
€3.483
average▲ 19,5%
€3.145
median▲ 2,3%

Sales market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
45 days ▲ 1.030,8%
average time listed · vs. last year
30
sales in the past year
98 m²
average living area
€185.000
lowest sale price in the past year

Rental market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
19 days
average time listed · vs. last year
13
lettings in the past year
73 m²
average living area
€770
lowest rent in the past year

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)
Nijlân
840
Netherlands
1.280
Electricity (kWh)
Nijlân
1.760
Netherlands
2.810

Frequently asked questions about Nijlân

Which type of home is most common in Nijlân?

The housing stock is mainly post-war — 87% was built between 1945 and 1990. In addition, the most common type is flats (76%).

How expensive are houses in Nijlân?

Over the past year a home for sale in Nijlân was listed for an average of €321,117 (€3,230 per m²). Last quarter prices rose by 66%.

What is the rent in Nijlân?

A rental home in Nijlân cost an average of €972 per month (€13 per m²).

Is Nijlân a nice place to live?

Residents give Nijlân a 6.7 out of 10 based on 3 reviews. Safety stands out with a 7.3; amenities lags behind with a 5.3.

What kind of people live in Nijlân?

Buurt Nijlân has 3,975 residents. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (32%). Notably, 62% of the households are single-person households.

What is within walking distance in Nijlân?

From Nijlân you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.6 km, a GP at 0.5 km, a railway station at 1.6 km, a primary school at 0.5 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).

How many houses are on offer in Nijlân?

Right now you will find 20 homes for sale and 3 homes for rent in Nijlân.

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