Molenbuurt, Gouda

Molenbuurt Part of the Goverwelle district in Gouda. Home to 3,025 residents. €349k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 51/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 3,025 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €349k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 51/90
  • Composite grade: C
  • Crime rate: 35 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Gouda Goverwelle, 9 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: Het Palet, 115 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 250 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 66%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: low (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Molenbuurt safe?

Molenbuurt recorded 106 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 35 per 1,000 residents (Politie open data). Compared to the Gouda median on the safety section of the report.

What is the average home value in Molenbuurt?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Molenbuurt is €349k. Recent Gouda sale prices average 18% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €413k.

What schools are in Molenbuurt?

The nearest primary school is Het Palet, 115 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 3 primary schools lie within 800 m.

How far is public transit from Molenbuurt?

The nearest NS train station is Gouda Goverwelle, 9 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Nieuwe Markt e.o.
  • Kadenbuurt
  • Componistenbuurt
  • De Korte Akkeren Oud

All Gouda 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.