Buying a home in De Borne 1, Schijndel.
De Borne 1 is Schijndel's newest neighborhood, built on what used to be farmland just south of the town center. You'll find a mix of detached homes and townhouses aimed at young families and people looking to escape the older, tighter streets nearby. The vibe is fresh and still settling—your neighbors will be other newcomers like you, not multi-generational locals. It's a fifteen-minute walk to Schijndel's main street, and ten minutes by bike to the train station if you need to reach Eindhoven or beyond.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in De Borne 1
Pros:
- ABP station is on your doorstep—direct trains to Den Bosch (11 min), Eindhoven (25 min), and Utrecht (50 min)
- Flat terrain and wide streets make cycling the default; you can reach the Meierijstad center in 10 minutes by bike
- Post-1980s detached and semi-detached homes with decent gardens; no cramped apartments or narrow lots
- Quiet suburban setting with minimal through-traffic; the main action happens on Eindhovenseweg, but residential streets stay calm
Cons:
- Car-dependent for anything beyond basics; the local supermarkt is a 15-minute walk, most errands require wheels
- Feels dormitory-like in winter; fewer than 5,000 residents means limited foot traffic and nightlife
- Building styles are uniform 1980s–2000s suburban; no historical charm or architectural variety
- Schools and health services are in the town center, not within the neighborhood itself
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Meierijstad
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 35.86
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 862
- Residential burglary
- 37
- Theft
- 228
- Violence and threats
- 76
- Vandalism and public order
- 57
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026
What does De Borne 1 offer?
You'll find mostly family homes here, many from the 1960s-1980s, at solid prices that let you actually have money left for renovations. Schijndel sits on the edge of things—close enough to Eindhoven and Den Bosch for work, but quiet enough that you can hear your neighbours' chickens. The town center has what you need: a decent butcher, a few cafés, a hardware store. Expect long cycling routes through the Meierij countryside, and schools that cater to the families around you.
Buying agent in De Borne 1
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Housing market De Borne 1
In Schijndel, the real estate market shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 71, compared to 54 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 571,000 euros, compared to 576,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter this quarter was 4,254 euros, compared to 4,386 euros last quarter. The average list price this quarter was 571,000 euros, compared to 571,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% higher than last year, reflecting a steady demand in the local market.
Updated: April 2026
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