Helmerhoek-Noord, Enschede

Helmerhoek-Noord Part of the Enschede-Zuid district in Enschede. Home to 3,765 residents. €353k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 53/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 3,765 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €353k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 53/90
  • Composite grade: C
  • Crime rate: 23.4 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Enschede, 45 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: Openbare Basisschool De Wielerbaan Montessori-School, 206 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 346 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 74%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Helmerhoek-Noord safe?

Helmerhoek-Noord recorded 88 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 23.4 per 1,000 residents (Politie open data). Compared to the Enschede median on the safety section of the report.

What is the average home value in Helmerhoek-Noord?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Helmerhoek-Noord is €353k. Recent Enschede sale prices average 24% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €439k.

What schools are in Helmerhoek-Noord?

The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Wielerbaan Montessori-School, 206 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 3 primary schools lie within 800 m.

How far is public transit from Helmerhoek-Noord?

The nearest NS train station is Enschede, 45 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Eekmaat West
  • Bentveld-Bultserve
  • Stroinkslanden Noord-Oost
  • Oikos

All Enschede 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.