Living in De Kruiskamp
De Kruiskamp is urban but not overwhelming, and the housing is dominated by single-family houses (67%), which is what draws settlers rather than passers-through.
At 6,748 residents per km² the buurt is busy without being packed.
Den Bosch pairs one of the most enjoyable historic centers in the south with prosperous, green suburbs. It's the Brabant market where charm carries a clear premium — homes within walking distance of the old town sell fast.
The housing market in De Kruiskamp
At €310,000 average WOZ value, De Kruiskamp ranks 77 out of 88 Den Bosch neighborhoods on price — 28% cheaper than most of the city, leaving room in the budget that pricier neighborhoods would swallow. For scale: Den Bosch's cheapest buurt averages €253,000 and its priciest €1,145,000, so De Kruiskamp sits among the city's more affordable ones.
Average WOZ value per year (CBS). The reference date lags the current market by ±1 year.
2015: €163,000 · 2016: €165,000 · 2017: €174,000 · 2018: €188,000 · 2019: €207,000 · 2020: €215,000 · 2021: €228,000 · 2022: €244,000 · 2023: €291,000 · 2024: €296,000 · 2025: €310,000
The direction of the market: between 2015 and 2025 the average WOZ value here rose from €163,000 to €310,000, up 90% — roughly in step with the rest of the city. WOZ values lag the market by about a year, but the trend itself is reliable.
Ownership is split: 44% owner-occupied against 56% rental, including 46% social housing. Enough homes trade hands to give you comparable sales, but check what's actually for sale versus rented in the specific block you're eyeing — the mix can flip from one street to the next.
Who lives here
Demographically, De Kruiskamp is a young-adult neighborhood — the 25-to-45 group outnumbers everyone else (29% of its 8,390 residents), followed by 45-to-65 year olds at 25%. Households split into 38% singles and 34% families with children — a real mix rather than one lifestyle. The average household counts 2.2 people.
As for who your neighbors would be: incomes lean modest — 45% of households are among the country's lower earners; average income per resident is €26,000 a year.
Daily errands, coffee and dinner
Day to day: the nearest large supermarket is about 7 minutes' walk; dining out means a short trip: only 2 cafés or restaurants sit within a kilometer.
The practical checklist most buyers forget to make: pharmacy 24 min walk · GP 24 min · hospital 1.4 km · library 4.9 km · 2 cinemas within 5 km. None of these will decide a purchase on their own, but a GP taking new patients nearby is the kind of thing you only miss after moving.
Families and schools
For families: 3 primary schools within a kilometer means real choice — and short bike rides; daycare is well covered (2 locations nearby) — though Dutch waiting lists mean you register the week you know you're expecting, not the week you need it; secondary school is a 5-minute bike ride, which Dutch teenagers do in all weather.
Getting around
Getting around: the nearest train station is 3.6 km out, so day-to-day life here leans on the car or bus; a highway on-ramp 1.5 km away makes car trips easy — check whether through-traffic noise reaches the street you're considering; car ownership is moderate (0.9 per household).
Energy and running costs
Since 85% of the stock predates 2000, always check the energy label of a specific listing — the difference between label C and label F on an average home here is easily a few thousand euros a year in heating, and it changes what you can sensibly bid.
Before you bid in De Kruiskamp
Before you bid in De Kruiskamp: the national soil map leaves built-up areas unclassified, and city centres like this one often sit on peat, and pre-1970 homes may stand on wooden piles — since the 2026 appraisal rules, a foundation risk class (A–E) appears in every valuation, so check it before you bid, not after the deal is already emotional. Also, the price gap with the rest of Den Bosch is real, but so is the reason for it — walk the neighborhood at different times of day before committing.
None of these averages can tell you whether the specific house you found is fairly priced — that depends on its size, energy label, state of maintenance and the recent sales around it. That is exactly what a free HomeReview report checks, in about 10 seconds, for any Dutch address.
Frequently asked questions
Is De Kruiskamp a good neighborhood to live in?
That depends on what you're looking for. De Kruiskamp suits first-time buyers and families with children best; it's a weaker match for buyers after city buzz. The average home value is €310,000 (28% cheaper than most of Den Bosch) and the neighborhood has 8,390 residents. Ultimately the specific street and home matter more than the neighborhood average.
What is the average home value in De Kruiskamp?
The average home value (WOZ waarde) in De Kruiskamp, Den Bosch is €310,000, based on the official CBS neighborhood statistics.
Is De Kruiskamp mostly owner-occupied or rental?
44% of homes in De Kruiskamp are owner-occupied and 56% are rentals, of which 46% of all homes are social housing (woningcorporatie).
Are house prices in De Kruiskamp rising?
Between 2015 and 2025 the average WOZ value in De Kruiskamp rose from €163,000 to €310,000 (+90%); Den Bosch as a whole moved up 94% over the same period. WOZ values lag the current market by about a year.
How old are the homes in De Kruiskamp?
85% of homes in De Kruiskamp were built before 2000 and 15% after. Older buildings can mean higher maintenance and energy costs — check the energy label before bidding.
How far is the nearest train station from De Kruiskamp?
The average distance to a train station from De Kruiskamp is 3.6 km; a large supermarket is 0.6 km away on average.
Is De Kruiskamp an expensive part of Den Bosch?
No — homes here cost about 28% less than in most of Den Bosch, making it one of the more affordable parts of the city.
Is De Kruiskamp good for families with children?
The nearest primary school is 0.5 km away and there are 2 daycare locations within a kilometer. 34% of households here have children at home.
Is there foundation risk in De Kruiskamp?
De Kruiskamp stands out for foundation risk — in built-up areas the national soil map doesn't classify the ground, and city centres often sit on peat. Around 78% of homes here predate 1970, the era when wooden or shallow foundations were common. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, the risk of pile rot in this neighbourhood is very low. This says nothing about any individual property: only a physical foundation inspection can establish its condition. Ask for the foundation risk class (A–E) in the valuation report.
Similar neighborhoods in Den Bosch
Closest in price — worth a look if De Kruiskamp is out of reach or you want alternatives.
Source: CBS Kerncijfers wijken en buurten — latest complete release (buurt BU07961107) · Updated 2026-08-09. WOZ values are neighborhood averages; individual homes vary.