Living in Sweelinckplein e.o.
Sweelinckplein e.o. is city living in its most compact form, and living here overwhelmingly means apartment living — 87% of the stock is flats.
With 13,879 residents per km², you will know your streets are alive — and so will your ears; visit on a Friday evening before you commit.
Den Haag combines government and expat demand — ministries, embassies, international courts and Shell — with one of the widest price ranges of any Dutch city: stately streets near the dunes at one end, dense and affordable neighborhoods a couple of kilometers inland at the other.
The housing market in Sweelinckplein e.o.
At €558,000 average WOZ value, Sweelinckplein e.o. ranks 22 out of 110 Den Haag neighborhoods on price — 37% pricier than most of the city. That premium is the location speaking. For scale: Den Haag's cheapest buurt averages €88,000 and its priciest €979,000, so Sweelinckplein e.o. sits among the city's pricier neighbourhoods.
Ownership is split: 56% owner-occupied against 44% rental, including 5% 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, Sweelinckplein e.o. is a young-adult neighborhood — the 25-to-45 group outnumbers everyone else (33% of its 5,990 residents), followed by 45-to-65 year olds at 29%. Households split into 49% singles and 25% families with children — a real mix rather than one lifestyle. The average household counts 1.9 people.
As for who your neighbors would be: this is a neighborhood of contrasts — 36% of households are among the country's lower earners, yet the average income per resident is €50,000 a year. Social housing and expensive owner-occupied homes stand side by side here, which is common in Dutch inner cities.
Daily errands, coffee and dinner
Day to day: the nearest large supermarket is about 7 minutes' walk; eating out is the default here — around 52 cafés and restaurants inside a kilometer.
The practical checklist most buyers forget to make: pharmacy 8 min walk · GP 6 min · hospital 2.3 km · library 1.4 km · 6 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 (14 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 2-minute bike ride, which Dutch teenagers do in all weather.
Getting around
Getting around: the nearest train station is 3.8 km out, so day-to-day life here leans on the car or bus; the nearest highway on-ramp is 5.0 km away; and at 0.6 cars per household, most residents simply don't own one — if you do, factor in permit costs and waiting lists before you buy.
Energy and running costs
Since 100% 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 Sweelinckplein e.o.
Before you bid in Sweelinckplein e.o.: in a premium buurt the risk isn't buying a bad home, it's overpaying for a good one — anchor your bid on recent sales of comparable homes, not on the asking price.
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 Sweelinckplein e.o. a good neighborhood to live in?
That depends on what you're looking for. Sweelinckplein e.o. suits buyers after city buzz best; it's a weaker match for first-time buyers and buyers after peace and space. The average home value is €558,000 (37% pricier than most of Den Haag) and the neighborhood has 5,990 residents. Ultimately the specific street and home matter more than the neighborhood average.
What is the average home value in Sweelinckplein e.o.?
The average home value (WOZ waarde) in Sweelinckplein e.o., Den Haag is €558,000, based on the official CBS neighborhood statistics.
Is Sweelinckplein e.o. mostly owner-occupied or rental?
56% of homes in Sweelinckplein e.o. are owner-occupied and 44% are rentals, of which 5% of all homes are social housing (woningcorporatie).
How old are the homes in Sweelinckplein e.o.?
100% of homes in Sweelinckplein e.o. were built before 2000 and 0% after. Older buildings can mean higher maintenance and energy costs — check the energy label before bidding.
How far is the nearest train station from Sweelinckplein e.o.?
The average distance to a train station from Sweelinckplein e.o. is 3.8 km; a large supermarket is 0.6 km away on average.
Is Sweelinckplein e.o. an expensive part of Den Haag?
Yes — homes in Sweelinckplein e.o. cost about 37% more than in most of Den Haag, so budget for competition and possible overbidding.
Is Sweelinckplein e.o. good for families with children?
The nearest primary school is 0.6 km away and there are 14 daycare locations within a kilometer. 25% of households here have children at home.
Is there foundation risk in Sweelinckplein e.o.?
Sweelinckplein e.o. is not in a designated foundation attention area. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, the risk of pile rot in this neighbourhood is very low. A structural survey is still sensible for any older property.
Similar neighborhoods in Den Haag
Closest in price — worth a look if Sweelinckplein e.o. is out of reach or you want alternatives.
Source: CBS Kerncijfers wijken en buurten — latest complete release (buurt BU05181143) · Updated 2026-08-09. WOZ values are neighborhood averages; individual homes vary.