Voortman-Amelink, Enschede

Voortman-Amelink Part of the Enschede-Noord district in Enschede. Home to 1,280 residents. €358k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 55/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 1,280 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €358k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 55/90
  • Composite grade: C
  • Crime rate: 25 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Enschede, 29 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: Basisschool Menkotoren, 751 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 930 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 47%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Voortman-Amelink safe?

Voortman-Amelink recorded 32 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 25 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 Voortman-Amelink?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Voortman-Amelink is €358k. Recent Enschede sale prices average 24% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €445k.

What schools are in Voortman-Amelink?

The nearest primary school is Basisschool Menkotoren, 751 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register).

How far is public transit from Voortman-Amelink?

The nearest NS train station is Enschede, 29 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Dorp Boekelo
  • Glanerveld
  • Boekelerveld
  • 't Zwering

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.