De Hei, Heerlen
Neighbourhood research for De Hei — safety, schools, livability and property values from official government data.
De Hei in Heerlen scores 3.0 out of 5 on the government's Leefbaarometer livability index. Worth flagging: the safety sub-score here is 2.1/5 — clearly below average on the Leefbaarometer.
Zooming out, Heerlen-wide sale prices rose 5.3% over the past year, and recent buyers across the wider region paid 2.6% over asking, with homes selling in a median of 33 days — a sense of the competition to expect, even if it doesn't map exactly onto this street.
Livability
Average
Crime risk
High risk
Based on 6 government sources · Last updated 14 September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.