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Neighbourhood of · Haarlem · District Zijlwegkwartier

Estate agent in Leidsebuurt-oost

2.180 inhabitants · 1.065 dwellings · Avg. property value € 478.000

2.180Inhabitants
1.065Dwellings
€ 478.000Avg. property value
1.130Households
13.643/km²Density
17 haArea

About Leidsebuurt-oost

Leidsebuurt-oost is a neighbourhood in Haarlem in the Zuidwest district. Almost all buildings predate the last decade; very little new construction. Density is distinctly urban: streets densely built, homes close together. Recurring descriptors: spacious.

The neighbourhood has 2.180 inhabitants and 1.065 dwellings. Roughly 68% are owner-occupied and 32% rental, with 12% social housing. Average WOZ value is € 478.000 (CBS 2024).

The area counts 1 national monuments and 7 municipal monuments. The area lies within Haarlem's nationally-protected cityscape. Buy-to-let restrictions apply to part of the housing stock. Owner-occupiers get priority. Green coverage is low (3%): distinctly built-up.

The nearest primary school sits at about 400 m, a large supermarket at 400 m. Cafés and restaurants are within walking distance. The station is 1.8 km away. Easy by bike. Motorway access is close by.

A local landmark: Zijlweg.

Leidsebuurt-oost on the map

Demographics

Men
1.095
Women
1.085
Avg. household size
1.9
0–15 years
15%
15–25 years
11%
25–45 years
35%
45–65 years
28%
65+ years
11%
Single-person
46%
With children
29%
Without children
24%

Housing

Single-family home
58%
Multi-family home
42%
Detached
0%
Semi-detached
0%
Corner house
7%
Terraced
50%
Owner-occupied
68%
Rented (total)
32%
Social housing
12%
Private rental
20%
Built last 10 years
0%
Built > 10 years ago
100%

Distance to amenities

Primary school
400 m
Secondary school
700 m
Daycare
400 m
GP
400 m
Pharmacy
700 m
Hospital
3.2 km
Supermarket
400 m
Everyday shops
500 m
Restaurant
400 m
Café
300 m
Library
900 m
Museum
1.1 km
Cinema
600 m
Theatre
700 m
Swimming pool
2.9 km
Train station
1.8 km
Motorway access
1.0 km

Business activity

Business locations
400
Trade & hospitality
50
Business services
115
Government, education, care
65
Culture, recreation, other
65
Industry & energy
50
Transport, information
45
Finance & real estate
5
Agriculture, forestry
0

Education

Primary school pupils
180
Secondary school pupils
110
MBO students (vocational)
30
HBO students (applied uni)
50
University students
40

Energy

With solar power
15%
Gas-free
1%
Avg. electricity usage
2.180 kWh
Avg. gas usage
880 m³

Mobility

Cars per household
0.6
Total cars
710
Total motorcycles
105

Haarlem in figures

Figures from the City of Haarlem's dashboard, with Haarlem averages as a reference.

Inwoners (2026)
2.088 vs Haarlem 168.888
Inwoners naar herkomstland
Nederland 62% · Europa (excl Nederland) 19% · Overig Buiten-Europa 10%
Gemiddelde huishoudensgrootte (2025)
2 vs Haarlem 2
Samenstelling huishoudens
Eénpersoonshuishoudens 47% · Huishoudens met kinderen 28% · Huishoudens zonder kinderen 24%
Inwoners naar leeftijd
25 t/m 44 jaar 33% · 45 t/m 64 jaar 28% · 0 t/m 14 jaar 14%

Heritage & protection

National monuments
1
Municipal monuments
7
Green coverage
3%
Protected cityscape
Yes
Buy-to-let restriction zone
Yes

Foundation type mix

Foundation type varies by property. Below is the mix as registered in the municipal foundation inventory. (n=705)

Wooden pile
65%
Other / unknown
16%
Shallow (on ground)
10%
Concrete pile
9%
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Foundation report per property

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  • Foundation type and construction year of your property
  • Research reports and repair history
  • Official KCAF Foundation Viewer PDF
  • Foundation-problem priority zone (RVO)
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a house cost in Leidsebuurt-oost?

Average property value in Leidsebuurt-oost is € 478.000 (CBS 2024). For a current valuation of a specific property, contact us or check Adresdossier.

What is it like to live in Leidsebuurt-oost?

Leidsebuurt-oost consists mostly of a mix of single-family and apartment. This page lists data on residents, housing stock and amenities. For per-property reports see Adresdossier.

Buying a house in Leidsebuurt-oost: what to look for?

When buying in Leidsebuurt-oost, check construction year, foundation, energy label, monument status and pending permits. Adresdossier compiles these per property. For purchase guidance in Haarlem, contact +31 6 58714762.

Selling my house in Leidsebuurt-oost: how to start?

For a property sale in Leidsebuurt-oost (Haarlem), Makelaar Haarlem & Heemstede provides valuation, presentation and guidance through transfer. Contact +31 6 58714762 or [email protected].

Which real estate agent works in Leidsebuurt-oost?

Makelaar Haarlem & Heemstede covers sales, purchase, rental and management in Haarlem. Schedule an introduction via +31 6 58714762 or [email protected].

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Source: CBS Open Data, Key figures districts and neighbourhoods 2024

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