Vrieheide-De Stack, Heerlen
Neighbourhood research for Vrieheide-De Stack — safety, schools, livability and property values from official government data.
Vrieheide-De Stack 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.
A few things worth weighing before you commit: foundation risk near the centre of the neighbourhood is rated high — for pre-1970 homes, ask for a foundation inspection before you bid.
Livability
Average
Crime risk
High risk
Based on 6 government sources · Last updated 7 September 2026
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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.
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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.