Kesteren, Breda

Kesteren Part of the Breda noord-west district in Breda. Home to 3,640 residents. €304k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 50/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 3,640 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €304k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 50/90
  • Composite grade: D
  • Crime rate: 36 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Breda-Prinsenbeek, 4 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: Kbs Olympia, 147 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 655 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 57%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Kesteren safe?

Kesteren recorded 131 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 36 per 1,000 residents (Politie open data). Compared to the Breda median on the safety section of the report.

What is the average home value in Kesteren?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Kesteren is €304k. Recent Breda sale prices average 22% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €370k.

What schools are in Kesteren?

The nearest primary school is Kbs Olympia, 147 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register).

How far is public transit from Kesteren?

The nearest NS train station is Breda-Prinsenbeek, 4 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Fellenoord
  • Doornbos-Linie
  • Tuinzigt
  • Brabantpark

All Breda rankings

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.