Buying a home in Oosterwijk en Zwaansmeer, Beverwijk.
Oosterwijk and Zwaansmeer are quiet, green neighborhoods where families and couples settle in for the long term. Most homes date from the 1970s and 1980s—detached or semi-detached houses with generous gardens. You're close to water here, and the Zwaansmeer itself is where neighbors actually gather. Beverwijk sits well-positioned for commutes to Amsterdam or Utrecht, and the primary schools in the area are solid and nearby.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Oosterwijk en Zwaansmeer
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam Central via Beverwijk station (20 minutes), ideal for commuters
- Plenty of 1970s–80s homes with spacious plots and gardens, significantly cheaper than comparable houses in Amsterdam or Haarlem
- Close to the Noordzeekanaal and Zwaansmeer: water for canoeing, swimming, and walking without needing to travel to a distant park
- Local schools (primary schools in the area) and relatively family-oriented
Cons:
- Industrial zone to the north (Beverwijk-Noord) with regular noise and odour from chemical factories
- Limited shopping; dependent on car or bus trip to Beverwijk centre for larger groceries
- Heavy through-traffic on Zeestraat and Gasthuisplein heading towards the A2 and industrial area
- Limited nightlife; restaurants and cafés require a trip to Beverwijk centre or further afield
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Beverwijk
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 39.83
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 191
- Residential burglary
- 6
- Theft
- 6
- Violence and threats
- 30
- Vandalism and public order
- 35
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through June 2026
What does Oosterwijk en Zwaansmeer offer?
Beverwijk sits between the sea and working industry, which gives you a straightforward mix of active harbour and quiet neighbourhoods. Most homes here are 1930s and 1950s builds, solid and affordable, with families who stay because it simply works. You're ten minutes from the beach, and the Friday and Saturday market is a serious affair where locals actually shop. It doesn't feel like a tourist spot, but like a place where people actually live.
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Housing market Oosterwijk en Zwaansmeer
The real estate market in Beverwijk shows notable activity. In the last quarter, 142 homes sold, compared to 129 previously. The average transaction price this quarter was 440,000 euros, up from 415,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 4,566 euros to 4,495 euros. The average list price increased from 402,000 euros last quarter to 431,000 euros this quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting the ongoing demand in the market.
Updated: June 2026
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