Buying a home in Bornerbroek, Bornerbroek.
Wijk 21 in Bornerbroek is where you'll find families and couples looking for a quiet neighbourhood without being isolated. The homes here are mostly from the 1970s and 80s, well-maintained and affordable. Schools, playgrounds and shops are within walking distance, and Almelo's centre is just a short drive away. It's the kind of place where neighbours still say hello.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Bornerbroek
Pros:
- Quiet residential area with many families; plenty of children and play areas
- Direct bus connection to Almelo city centre via lines 2 and 3
- Close to the Twentekanaal for walks and cycling
- Houses are relatively new (1990s–2000s) with modern layouts
- Good schools nearby: primary school De Wegwijzer is located here
Cons:
- Few shops and restaurants within Wijk 21 itself; you depend on Almelo city centre
- Limited nightlife and entertainment options
- Train station Almelo is 2 km away; no direct rail access in the neighbourhood
- Monotonous streetscape with many identical houses
- In winter it can feel grey and bare without much environmental variety
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Almelo
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 18.89
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 39
- Residential burglary
- 1
- Theft
- 6
- Violence and threats
- 5
- Vandalism and public order
- 1
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Bornerbroek offer?
Bornerbroek is a quiet village where you'll find plenty of families with children, especially in the newer neighbourhoods around Molenstraat. Most homes here date from the 1970s and 80s, well-maintained and affordable compared to the city. You're close to open countryside, yet Almelo's centre and the train station are within cycling distance. What likely appeals: schools are nearby, there's a village feel without real isolation.
Buying agent in Bornerbroek
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Housing market Bornerbroek
In Bornerbroek, the real estate market shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 251, compared to 218 last quarter. The average transaction price rose to 363,000 euros this quarter from 352,000 euros last quarter, with the average transaction price per square meter going from 3,058 euros to 3,211 euros. The average list price also went from 343,000 euros last quarter to 348,000 euros this quarter, with the average list price per square meter increasing from 2,947 euros to 3,031 euros. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year.
Updated: June 2026
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