Van Galenbuurt, Haarlem

Van Galenbuurt Part of the Houtvaartkwartier district in Haarlem. Home to 625 residents. €754k WOZ (avg home value). Leefbaarometer 59/90.

Key numbers

  • Population: 625 residents
  • Average home value (WOZ): €754k
  • Leefbaarometer livability: 59/90
  • Composite grade: C
  • Crime rate: 16 incidents per 1,000 residents (Politie, trailing 12 mo)
  • Nearest train station: Overveen, 15 minutes walk (NS)
  • Nearest primary school: Koorschool van het Muziekinstituut van de Kathedraal, 540 m from the buurt centre (DUO)
  • Nearest supermarket: 428 m from the buurt centre (OSM)
  • Owner-occupied share: 86%
  • Summer heat stress: medium (KEA / RIVM)
  • Pluvial flood risk: low (RIVM)
  • Foundation risk: medium (RIVM)

Frequently asked

Is Van Galenbuurt safe?

Van Galenbuurt recorded 10 crime incidents in the last 12 months, or 16 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 Van Galenbuurt?

Average WOZ (tax-assessed value) in Van Galenbuurt is €754k. Recent Haarlem sale prices average 14% above WOZ (CBS), so a typical asking price here sits near €861k.

What schools are in Van Galenbuurt?

The nearest primary school is Koorschool van het Muziekinstituut van de Kathedraal, 540 m from the buurt centre (DUO scholen register). 3 primary schools lie within 800 m.

How far is public transit from Van Galenbuurt?

The nearest NS train station is Overveen, 15 minutes on foot from the buurt centroid.

Similar neighbourhoods

  • Schoolenaer
  • Oosterduin
  • Schoterveenpolder
  • Ramplaankwartier

All Haarlem 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.