De Hambaken, 's-Hertogenbosch

De Hambaken Part of the Noord district in 's-Hertogenbosch. Home to 1,355 residents. €280k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 50/90.

Key numbers

• Population: 1,355 residents
• Average home value (WOZ): €280k
• Leefbaarometer livability: 50/90
• Composite grade: C
• Crime rate: 23.6 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
• Nearest train station: 's-Hertogenbosch Oost, 19 minutes walk (NS)
• Nearest primary school: ATO-Kindcentrum De Pionier, 17 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
• Nearest supermarket: 379 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
• Owner-occupied share: 27%
• Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
• Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
• Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is De Hambaken safe?

De Hambaken recorded 32 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 23.6 per 1,000 residents (Politie open data). Compared to the 's-Hertogenbosch median on the safety section of the report.

What is the average home value in De Hambaken?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in De Hambaken is €280k. Recent 's-Hertogenbosch sale prices average 22% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €340k.

What schools are in De Hambaken?

The nearest primary school is ATO-Kindcentrum De Pionier, 17 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 4 primary schools lie within 800 m.

How far is public transit from De Hambaken?

The nearest NS train station is 's-Hertogenbosch Oost, 19 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

• De Gestelse Buurt
• Boschveld
• De Haren
• Grevelingen

All 's-Hertogenbosch 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.