Buying a home in Westerpolder, Assendelft.
Westerpolder is a quiet residential neighbourhood where you'll find families and couples who prefer some distance from the hustle. Most homes date from the 1970s and 80s, with plenty of detached and semi-detached houses that come with generous gardens. You're close to the Zaanse Schans and the waterfront, so getting outside for a walk or bike ride is effortless. The area has its own character while staying within easy reach of Zaandam and Amsterdam.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Westerpolder
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam Central via Assendelft station (15 minutes)
- Mostly detached houses with gardens; no apartment blocks
- Quiet, residential area without through traffic
- Close to the Zaan landscape and cycling routes along the river
Cons:
- Limited shops and restaurants within the neighbourhood; dependent on Zaandam centre
- Car needed for groceries and going out
- Ageing population; few young families
- Train station is 1.5 km away; no bus stop in the immediate area
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Zaanstad
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 45.60
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 352
- Residential burglary
- 7
- Theft
- 6
- Violence and threats
- 19
- Vandalism and public order
- 9
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 Westerpolder offer?
Assendelft is a quiet residential area where you'll find families and first-time buyers, mostly in 1930s and 1970s homes. The neighbourhood sits right along the water, and you're ten minutes from the Zaan walking routes and green spaces. What matters locally: you're close to Zaandam and Amsterdam, but without their hustle. Schools are solid, and your neighbours tend to be people who've chosen to stay, not just passing through.
Buying agent in Westerpolder
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Housing market Westerpolder
In Assendelft, 68 homes sold this quarter, down from 71 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 535,000 euros, compared to 532,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 4,534 euros to 4,398 euros. The average list price this quarter was 524,000 euros, compared to 514,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5,000 euros higher than last year, reflecting a stable market despite slight fluctuations in sales and pricing metrics.
Updated: May 2026
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