Breda - Area: West
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Breda - Area: West
Renting or letting in Breda West? On this page you can read everything about the West district in Breda. This district is divided into several sub-areas that we have described for you below. For each sub-area it is indicated which type of local residents you can expect.
For a detailed description of these types of local residents, we refer you to this page.
District description: West - Haagpoort
Haagpoort (Breda West) is a fairly densely populated part of Breda. There are relatively many small homes, a relatively large number of which fall under the category of social housing. Of course there are exceptions, such as the homes on the Weerijssingel. These are relatively spacious. More than 50% of the housing stock dates from the period 1906-1945 and 10% is of an even older date. This district has relatively few green elements. With the banks of the Aa or Weerijs along the Weerijssingel, the green space along the Amstelstraat and some rows of trees along and between several main roads, the main green elements have been mentioned. The main shopping facilities are located on Haagweg and Nieuwe Haagdijk. Furthermore, the residents in this neighborhood rely on facilities in the Tuinzicht district and the Lunet shopping center (corner Weerijssingel and Lunetstraat). Haagpoort has more than 2,100 inhabitants.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The active trend follower 35%The everyday worker 24%The social senior 22%
District description: West - Hill
Heuvel (Breda West) is also known as the 'Staatsliedenbuurt' and was built in the 1950s. There is a relatively large amount of greenery in this district. Several urban renewal projects are under development. Major investments by the municipality of Breda and various housing associations are now being carried out. Small, dark homes are being replaced by new, lighter (purchased) homes, but the architecture remains faithful to the design of the neighborhood. Large numbers of larger rental properties are also being sold. There is sufficient shopping facilities. The Heuvel district has approximately 6,000 inhabitants.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The active trend follower 32%The everyday worker 27%The social senior 23%
Description district: West - Tuinzigt
Tuinzigt (Breda West) is a quiet and cozy neighbourhood, but also one of the older neighborhoods of Breda. This district has undergone a complete metamorphosis at the end of the last century. This has radically changed the appearance of a large part of this district. Examples include the shopping centre, new single-family homes, homes for the elderly, student units, a neighborhood center with playgroup and day care center and a modern central square. The residents appreciate their living environment. About 6,400 residents live in this neighbourhood.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The everyday worker 39%The active trend follower 24%The social senior 14%
Description district: West - Princenhage
Princenhage (Breda West) has an old cozy village center. On the village square (Haagsemarkt) there is still a partly medieval village church, a bluestone pump (1769) and the former town hall (1792). Until the municipal reorganization of 1942 Princenhage was an independent village, after which it was added to the municipality of Breda. The village center is surrounded by new neighborhoods. Princenhage is a relatively quiet and socially close-knit neighborhood with a lively club life and plenty of shopping facilities. With approximately 8,000 inhabitants, Princenhage is the second largest district in Breda.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The average family 45%The ambitious entrepreneur 17%The active trend follower 17%
Description district: West - Westerpark
Westerpark (Breda West) is a new residential area with almost 1,400 homes. Construction started in the spring of 1996. Westerpark has a number of residential areas, which are very different in architecture. Because a lot of attention has been paid to architecture and landscaping, Westerpark is a very pleasant living environment. With regard to shopping facilities, the residents in this district are dependent on the adjacent Princenhage and Tuizigt districts. Approximately 3,500 inhabitants live in this neighbourhood.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The average family 42%The active trend follower 24%The social senior 20%
Description district: West - Heilaar
Heilaar (Breda West) is located west of Westerpark. It is a new small residential area, with many beautiful detached houses. With regard to shopping facilities, the residents of Heilaar rely on the shops in the neighboring Princenhage and Tuizigt districts.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The active trend follower 86%The social senior 14%
District description: West - Effen-Rith
Effen (Breda West) is located southwest of Breda. It is a green neighborhood with many beautiful detached houses. There is one primary school and for the rest of the facilities the residents of this district have to rely on the Princenhage district or the village of Rijsbergen.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The traditional rural enjoyer 50%The ambitious entrepreneur 35%The conscious Burgundian 14%
Description district: West - Liesbos
The hamlet of Liesbos (Breda West) is located around the Pastoor van Ars-Kerk (1928). In this very wooded area are many large stately detached houses. You will also find two cafes/restaurants in this beautiful area, from which you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Liesbos has about 750 inhabitants.
The three most common types of neighborhood residents are described below. Because this characterization is based on averages or stereotypes, it is quite possible that you do not recognize yourself in any description.
- The ambitious entrepreneur 85%The traditional rural enjoyer 10%The conscious Burgundian 5%
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