Schelfhorst Noordwest, Almelo

Schelfhorst Noordwest Part of the Schelfhorst district in Almelo. Home to 2,035 residents. €245k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 51/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 2,035 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €245k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 51/90
  • Composite grade: F
  • Crime rate: 36.9 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Almelo, 37 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: De Noorderborch, 596 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 327 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 63%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Schelfhorst Noordwest safe?

Schelfhorst Noordwest recorded 75 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 36.9 per 1,000 residents (Politie open data). Compared to the Almelo median on the safety section of the report.

What is the average home value in Schelfhorst Noordwest?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Schelfhorst Noordwest is €245k. Recent Almelo sale prices average 15% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €281k.

What schools are in Schelfhorst Noordwest?

The nearest primary school is De Noorderborch, 596 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 3 primary schools lie within 800 m.

How far is public transit from Schelfhorst Noordwest?

The nearest NS train station is Almelo, 37 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Aalderinkshoek Zuidwest
  • Java en omgeving
  • Binnenstad Zuid
  • Leemslagen Zuid

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Data vintage: CBS Kerncijfers (population 1 Jan 2026; other figures latest CBS release), Dutch police trailing 12 months, DUO scholen 2026, Kadaster / OSM current. Report generated 2026-10-26. Every figure is derived, not fabricated — if the pipeline emits null, the tile hides.