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Neighbourhoods in Drechterland

Drechterland has 8 neighbourhoods in our database. Average property values (WOZ) sit at €456.000, ranging from €396.000 in Venhuizen to €527.000 in Schellinkhout. The average livability score is 3.1 out of 5. Whether you're an expat looking for a central, well-connected area or a quieter family-friendly neighbourhood, use the filters below to compare on price, safety, and livability.

Highlights
Most affordable

Venhuizen

€396.000

Most expensive

Schellinkhout

€527.000

Safest neighbourhood

Oosterleek

4.0/5

Highest livability

Oosterleek

4.0/5

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Insights

Drechterland in numbers

Prosperity

Socio-economic status

Total score

+0.16vs. NL avg

Labour participation

75%

Benefits

9.5%

Wealth+0.09
Education+0.01
Employment+0.06
Source · CBS 86092 / 86113 / 862582023

Tenure

Tenure mix · Drechterland

  • Owner-occupied74%
  • Social rental19%
  • Private rental6%
Source · CBS 829008,738 dwellings · 2025

Pipeline

Future housing supply · Drechterland

permitted or under construction

Total

277

Under construction

19

Permitted

258

Permits — last 8 quarters

2026Q2

By client

  • Corporation0
  • Market242
  • Private20
Source · CBS 82211 / 836712026MM05

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a home in Drechterland cost?

Average WOZ value

€456,000

The WOZ value is the municipality's own valuation, set as of 1 January the previous year. In a rising market asking prices in Drechterland usually sit above it — treat this as a floor, not a market value.

Gross annual income needed to borrow that amount

€79,500

One income, no student debt or other loans, 30-year annuity at 4.5%, using the 2026 Nibud standards. Buyer's costs come on top and cannot be added to the mortgage. On two incomes the bar is lower.

Work out what you can borrowValue check on an address in Drechterland

Further reading

What is the WOZ value and why does it matter?

The WOZ value determines your municipal taxes and is used by banks as an indication of property value.

How does bidding on a house work in the Netherlands?

Unlike many countries, the asking price in the Netherlands is often just a starting point for negotiation.

Buyer’s costs (k.k.) — what do you pay on top?

Budget 4–6% on top of the purchase price. Here’s an overview of all additional costs.

Work out the numbers:How much can I borrow?Do I qualify for NHG?Buying here as an expat