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8.1
Residents give Oostvaardersbuurt West a very good ratingThis score is based on 2 responses
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Oostvaardersbuurt West has 2,470 residentsMost are 45 to 65 years old
There are 889 homes in Oostvaardersbuurt WestCurrently there are 7 for sale and 2 for rent
Energy label A is the most common in Oostvaardersbuurt WestBased on registered homes

Oostvaardersbuurt West is located in the province of Flevoland, in the municipality of Almere, in the district Oostvaardersbuurt The neighbourhood has a total area of 34 hectares, of which 34 hectares are land and 0 hectares are water. The neighbourhood is coded as BU00344203. The postcode area is 1335NA-1335RX.

Two residents rate the neighbourhood as very good with a score of 8.1. They describe it as 'A helpful and cosy neighbourhood' and 'Oostvaarder'. Based on a limited number of reviews, no clear trends are visible yet in this neighbourhood.

Residents

Oostvaardersbuurt West has 2.470 residents. Of these, 49,0% are men and 50,8% are women. Most residents are 45 to 65 years (30,4%). The other age groups are 26,5% for '25 to 45 years', 17,6% for '0 to 15 years', 16,4% for '15 to 25 years' and 8,9% for '65 years or older'. Of the residents, 55,5% is unmarried, 33,6% is married, 8,7% is divorced and 2,0% is widowed. 950 residents originate from the Netherlands, 125 come from Europe and 1.390 come from countries outside Europe.

There are 970 households in Oostvaardersbuurt West. 29,9% of these are single-person households, 20,1% households without children and 50,0% households with children. The average household size is 2,5 persons. The national average is 2,1 persons.

In Oostvaardersbuurt West there are 1.900 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €35.500, which is €6.700 (16%) lower than the national average of €42.200. Per resident, the average income is €27.700, which is €7.200 (21%) lower than the national average of €34.900. Most residents of Oostvaardersbuurt West are educated to an intermediate level. 42,1% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 35,5% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1) and 22,3% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO).

Of the 2.470 residents, around 72% are in paid employment, which amounts to 1.778 people. This is 0% lower than the national average of 72%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (87%), while 13% are self-employed. In Oostvaardersbuurt West, 18% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 180 people receive this benefit.

Housing

In Oostvaardersbuurt West there are 889 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €375.000. Of these, around 98% are occupied and 2% unoccupied. Most homes are owner-occupied. This amounts to 45% rental homes and 55% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 55% privately owned, 37% owned by housing associations and 8% owned by other landlords. The most common construction periods in Oostvaardersbuurt West are 2000-2010 (88%) and 1990-2000 (12%).

Homes for sale

There is currently 1 homes for sale in Oostvaardersbuurt West. The most recently listed home is Willem Bontekoestraat 76 by Makelaardij Lelystad op Funda. Over the past year, 13 homes were sold in Oostvaardersbuurt West. On average, a home was sold within 77 days.

The average asking price for a home for sale in Oostvaardersbuurt West over the past year was €442.538. This is 18% higher than the average assessed value (WOZ) of €375.000. The average asking price per m² of plot is €2.837.

Rental homes

There are 2 homes for rent in Oostvaardersbuurt West. The most recent home is François Valentijnstraat 92, offered by Interhouse verhuurmakelaars Hilversum & Almere op Funda. Over the past year, 3 homes were let in Oostvaardersbuurt West. On average, a listing was let within 16 days.

The average rent for a rental home in Oostvaardersbuurt West over the past year was €2.295 per month. Per m² of plot area that is €20 per month.

Energy

In Oostvaardersbuurt West there are 621 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are A (66%), A+ (17%) and B (16%). On average, an address in Oostvaardersbuurt West uses 2.790 kWh of electricity per year. This is 9% above the national average of 2.550 kWh. With an annual consumption of 750 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 6% below the national average of 800 m³.

Street names

  • Jan Rijksenstraat
  • Willem Bontekoestraat
  • Pieter van Damstraat
  • Oostvaardersplein
  • Heeren Zeventienweg
  • Cornelis Matelieffstraat
  • Eeuwenweg
  • Willem de Vlaminghstraat
  • Jarenweg
  • Balistraat
  • Koopvaarderspad
  • Laan der V.O.C.
  • Bosranddreef
  • François Valentijnstraat
  • Insulindepad
  • Gouden Eeuwweg
  • Hollandiapad

Amenities

GP
0,3 km
Pharmacy
0,3 km
Hospital
7,9 km
Supermarket
0,6 km
Railway station
0,6 km
Day nursery
0,2 km
Primary school
0,2 km
Secondary school
1,1 km
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8.1
S van mourik
Living alone · Overig
26-12-2025
A helpful and cosy neighbourhood

Many lovely people who care about each other, friendly neighbours. People are ready with a listening ear but also with a helping hand.

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8.0
Van mourik
Living alone · Terraced house
16-09-2025
Oostvaarder

It's a mixed neighbourhood of all kinds of faiths and cultures. School, community centre, supermarket, station, doctor and pharmacy all within walking distance. I think I have a nice place.

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Statistics about the residents

Ages

Residents per age category

Household composition

Households per category
290Single-person households
195Households without children
485Households 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
€27,700 P.A.average per resident21% below the national average
€35,500 P.A.average per income recipient16% below the national average
87%of the employed are in paid employment
13%of the employed are self-employed
72%
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
Oostvaardersbuurt West
Netherlands

Benefits

Residents per benefit type
Social assistance
Disability
Unemployment

Housing market in Oostvaardersbuurt West

Sales market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
46 days ▼ 71,7%
average time listed · vs. last year
32
sales in the past year
120 m²
average living area
-16%
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)
Oostvaardersbuurt West
750
Netherlands
800
Electricity (kWh)
Oostvaardersbuurt West
2.790
Netherlands
2.550

Frequently asked questions about Oostvaardersbuurt West

What kind of homes are there in Oostvaardersbuurt West?

The housing stock is relatively young — 100% dates from after 1990. In addition, the most common type is terraced houses (68%).

What do you pay for a house in Oostvaardersbuurt West?

Over the past year a home for sale in Oostvaardersbuurt West was listed for an average of €443,125 (€4,033 per m²). That is 16% below the Dutch national average.

Who lives in Oostvaardersbuurt West?

Buurt Oostvaardersbuurt West has 2,470 residents. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (30%). Many families: 50% of the households have children.

How sustainable is the housing supply in Oostvaardersbuurt West?

The housing supply in Oostvaardersbuurt West is remarkably efficient: 100% has an A, A+ or B label. The average natural gas consumption per household is 750 m³ per year.

Which amenities are close to Oostvaardersbuurt West?

From Oostvaardersbuurt West you can on average reach a supermarket at 0.6 km, a GP at 0.3 km, a railway station at 0.6 km, a primary school at 0.2 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).

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