Burgwal, Haarlem

Burgwal Part of the Oude Stad district in Haarlem. Home to 2,335 residents. €478k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 55/90.

Key numbers

• Population: 2,335 residents
• Average home value (WOZ): €478k
• Leefbaarometer livability: 55/90
• Composite grade: D
• Crime rate: 48.8 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
• Nearest primary school: Rooms katholieke Basisschool Veronica, 277 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
• Nearest supermarket: 309 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
• Owner-occupied share: 45%
• Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
• Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
• Foundation risk: high (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Burgwal safe?

Burgwal recorded 114 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 48.8 per 1,000 residents (Politie open data). Compared to the Haarlem median on the safety section of the report.

What is the average home value in Burgwal?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Burgwal is €478k. Recent Haarlem sale prices average 14% above WOZ (CBS 83625NED ÷ dwelling-weighted mean WOZ), so a typical asking price here sits near €546k.

What schools are in Burgwal?

The nearest primary school is Rooms katholieke Basisschool Veronica, 277 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 3 primary schools lie within 800 m.

Data vintage: CBS Kerncijfers 2025, Politie 47022NED trailing 12 months, DUO scholen 2026, Kadaster / OSM current. Report generated 2026-09-05. Every figure is derived, not fabricated — if the pipeline emits null, the tile hides.