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Neighbourhood in HeemskerkOosterzij
7.8
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Oosterzij has 1,975 residentsMost are 25 to 45 years old
There are 912 homes in OosterzijCurrently there are 5 for sale and 0 for rent
Energy label A is the most common in OosterzijBased on registered homes

Oosterzij is located in the province of Noord-Holland, in the municipality of Heemskerk, in the district Poelenburg en Oosterzij. The neighbourhood has a total area of 20 hectares, of which 20 hectares are land and 0 hectares are water. The neighbourhood is coded as BU03960501. The postcode area is 1962AC-1962RP.

Three residents rate the neighbourhood as good with a score of 7.8. They describe it as 'My neighbourhood through my eyes', 'Nice cosy neighbourhood' and 'Bachelor'. Residents experience big differences in this neighbourhood: education, greenery, amenities receive high ratings, while cleanliness and housing are mentioned as weak points.

Residents

Oosterzij has 1.975 residents. Of these, 47,8% are men and 51,9% are women. Most residents are 25 to 45 years (28,9%). The other age groups are 26,1% for '45 to 65 years', 17,7% for '0 to 15 years', 13,9% for '15 to 25 years' and 13,4% for '65 years or older'. Of the residents, 57,2% is unmarried, 26,6% is married, 12,2% is divorced and 3,8% is widowed. 1.085 residents originate from the Netherlands, 155 come from Europe and 735 come from countries outside Europe.

There are 935 households in Oosterzij. 44,4% of these are single-person households, 18,7% households without children and 36,9% households with children. The average household size is 2,1 persons. The national average is 2,1 persons.

In Oosterzij there are 1.600 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €30.100, which is €12.100 (29%) lower than the national average of €42.200. Per resident, the average income is €24.300, which is €10.600 (30%) lower than the national average of €34.900. Most residents of Oosterzij are educated to an intermediate level. 48,0% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 37,2% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1) and 14,9% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO).

Of the 1.975 residents, around 63% are in paid employment, which amounts to 1.244 people. This is 9% lower than the national average of 72%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (88%), while 12% are self-employed. In Oosterzij, 28% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 230 people receive this benefit.

Housing

In Oosterzij there are 912 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €318.000. Of these, around 98% are occupied and 2% unoccupied. Most homes are rental properties. This amounts to 71% rental homes and 29% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 29% privately owned, 68% owned by housing associations and 3% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Oosterzij are 1950-1970 (93%) and 2000-2010 (5%).

Homes for sale in Oosterzij

There are currently 5 homes for sale in Oosterzij. The most recently listed home is Ingen Houszstraat 79 by Veldhuis Makelaars. Over the past year, 14 homes were sold in Oosterzij. On average, a home was sold within 31 days.

The average asking price for a home for sale in Oosterzij over the past year was €362.107. This is 14% higher than the average assessed value (WOZ) of €318.000. The average asking price per m² of floor area is €4.272.

Rental homes in Oosterzij

There are currently no homes for rent in Oosterzij. No homes were let in Oosterzij over the past year.

No recent rental data available for Oosterzij.

Energy

In Oosterzij there are 804 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (49%), C (16%) and D (15%). On average, an address in Oosterzij uses 1.850 kWh of electricity per year. This is 27% below the national average of 2.550 kWh. With an annual consumption of 700 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 13% below the national average of 800 m³.

Street names

  • Ingen Houszstraat
  • Pijperstraat
  • Bellinistraat
  • Bartokstraat
  • Sweelinckstraat
  • Rameaustraat
  • Händelstraat
  • Bachplein
  • Gounodstraat
  • Offenbachstraat
  • Wagenaarstraat
  • Schumannstraat
  • Léharstraat
  • Rossinistraat
  • Beethovenstraat
  • Strauszstraat
  • Puccinistraat
  • Vivaldistraat
  • Schubertstraat
  • Bizetstraat
  • Diepenbrockstraat
  • Ravelstraat
  • Chopinstraat
  • Regerstraat
  • Griegstraat
  • Bachstraat

Amenities

GP
0,4 km
Pharmacy
0,7 km
Hospital
5,4 km
Supermarket
0,7 km
Railway station
3,0 km
Day nursery
0,2 km
Primary school
0,2 km
Secondary school
1,8 km
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9.4
Devney Creton
Family · Terraced house
01-10-2025
My neighbourhood through my eyes

I think I live in a very nice neighbourhood. Everything is very central, making it easy to get to shops and other places. Additionally, the neighbourhood is quiet, which I really appreciate. It creates a safe and relaxed atmosphere. What I do find a pity is that there is no playground for children in the area. If there were a play area, children could play better here and the neighbourhood would become even more pleasant. Overall, I am satisfied with my neighbourhood. It is quiet and centrally located, and with a playground it would be completely complete.

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7.8
Danisha
Family · Overig
30-06-2024
Nice cosy neighbourhood

I grew up here so always playing outside and meeting up. And I always enjoyed myself. Heemskerkse feestweek and koningsnacht were also always fun. So yes, I am quite satisfied. I also always liked primary school, and there are many sports clubs in the area.

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6.1
Iris
19-07-2023
Bachelor

Being renovated Dirty

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Statistics about the residents

Ages

Residents per age category

Household composition

Households per category
415Single-person households
175Households without children
345Households 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
€24,300 P.A.average per resident30% below the national average
€30,100 P.A.average per income recipient29% below the national average
88%of the employed are in paid employment
12%of the employed are self-employed
63%
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
Oosterzij
Netherlands

Benefits

Residents per benefit type
Social assistance
Disability
Unemployment

Housing market in Poelenburg en Oosterzij

Figures for the district Poelenburg en Oosterzij due to limited data

Sales market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
44 days ▼ 62,6%
average time listed · vs. last year
33
sales in the past year
98 m²
average living area
-22%
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)
Oosterzij
700
Netherlands
800
Electricity (kWh)
Oosterzij
1.850
Netherlands
2.550

Frequently asked questions about Oosterzij

What kind of houses make up Oosterzij?

The housing stock is mainly post-war — 86% was built between 1945 and 1990. In addition, the most common type is flats (48%).

What is the average asking price in Oosterzij?

Over the past year a home for sale in Oosterzij was listed for an average of €406,197 (€4,271 per m²). That is 22% below the Dutch national average.

How does Oosterzij score on liveability?

Residents give Oosterzij a 7.8 out of 10 based on 3 reviews. The strongest score is for education (9.3), the weakest for housing (6.3).

How is the population of Oosterzij composed?

Buurt Oosterzij has 1,975 residents. Many families: 37% of the households have children.

How far are amenities from Oosterzij?

From Oosterzij you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.7 km, a GP at 0.4 km, a railway station at 3.0 km, a primary school at 0.2 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).

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