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Description of neighbourhood: Noord-West (Haagsebeemden) - Kroeten

Together with Prinsenbeek, the neighbourhood of Haagse Beemden is situated in Breda North-West. The Haagse Beemden is composed of the neighbourhoods Gageldonk, Kievitsloop, Kesteren, Muizenberg, Heksenwiel, Asterd and Kroeten. This district has been constructed in the 80s and 90s of the last century. The municipal area has been integrated into the landscape. The district is sort of divided from the rest of the city by an industrial area in between. The Haagse Beemden has in total 28.000 inhabitants. The facilities are scattered equally amongst all the different neighbourhoods. Amongst others there are a few shopping centres, primary schools, community centres, sports associations and child care.

De Kroeten is the most recent neighbourhood in the Haagse Beemden. There are about 900 houses. In Kroeten you will find a lot of low constructions. Moreover a few flat blocks have been built on the edge of ‘Kroeteneiland’ (the island of Kroeten).
Here follows a description of the three most common types of residents. The description is based on an average of stereotypes and thus it is very possible that you can not identify yourself with any.
  • Average family 53%
  • Active trend follower 39%
  • Conscious hedonist 8%
Description of neighbourhood residents: Noord-West (Haagsebeemden) - Kroeten

a. Average family 53%


Socio-demograghic
Of course this are families with children! The breadwinner has often had a profession based education and both partners have a job. This “Gemiddelde gezin” has an average up to above average income, which is easily spend having a busy family life.

Lifestyle
In this household the children play a central role. Activities with the children, garden and do-it-yourself jobs in the house are common activities. Also the media (television, radio and magazines) are family based. "Het Gemiddelde gezin" likes to go camping. Obviously the camp-site is the spot where children spend the best holidays...

b. Active trend follower 39%


Socio-demograghic
“De actieve trendvolger” are singles or families without children. They live in a flat or apartment. They have an average or below average income, and they spent their money well thought of. Generally they have followed a midlevel (MBO-HBO) education.

Lifestyle
“De actieve trendvolger” likes to go out. This type has a focus on body & health, goes to the Gym and is active in squash or skiing. TV stations like TMF/MTV and Radio538 are listened to very often, so they stay informed on nowadays smashing hits! And of course they read trendy magazines to keep informed about everything that is new & trendy.

c. Conscious hedonist 8%


Socio-demograghic
“Conscious hedonist” is at least middle aged. Generally they have older children still living at home or already out of the house. They have completed a higher education and belong to the upper social classes. The high income ensures that the “De bewuste Bourgondiër” can enjoy life without any financial limits.

Lifestyle
“Conscious hedonist” enjoys life to the max! Culture, antiques, investments, luxury cars, theatre, art, bridge, a political discussion and of course a good bottle wine can endure the approval of this bourgondiër. Especially golf, hockey, tennis, skiing and sailing are popular sports. They read much: a good book or an informative article.

Neighbourhood resident statistics: Noord-West (Haagsebeemden) - Kroeten

Household
children, youngest <5 y/o
17%
childless <35 y/o
17%
Single,< 35 year
16%
single 35-54 y/o
13%
children, youngest 6-12 y/o
11%
childless 35-54 y/o
8%
childless 35-54 y/o
7%
children, youngest 13+ y/o
6%
single 55+ y/o
3%
Income
Average
32%
1,5 x average
31%
Below average
16%
2 x average
12%
2,5 x average or more
8%
 
 
 
 
Education
Higher vocational education
35%
Intermediate vocational training
25%
School of higher general secondary education / college preparatory
10%
University education
10%
Lower general secondary education
9%
Junior secondary vocational education
7%
Primary school
4%
 
 
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