Schelfhorst Zuidwest, Almelo

Schelfhorst Zuidwest Part of the Schelfhorst district in Almelo. Home to 1,175 residents. €305k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 53/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 1,175 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €305k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 53/90
  • Composite grade: D
  • Crime rate: 34 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Almelo, 26 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: Basisschool Vrije School Almelo, 477 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 611 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 83%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Schelfhorst Zuidwest safe?

Schelfhorst Zuidwest recorded 40 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 34 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 Zuidwest?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Schelfhorst Zuidwest is €305k. Recent Almelo sale prices average 15% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €350k.

What schools are in Schelfhorst Zuidwest?

The nearest primary school is Basisschool Vrije School Almelo, 477 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 3 primary schools lie within 800 m.

How far is public transit from Schelfhorst Zuidwest?

The nearest NS train station is Almelo, 26 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Vriezenveenseweg en omgeving Haghoek Oost
  • Leemslagen Oost
  • Binnenstad Noord
  • Zeven Bosjes

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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.