Living in Zaventem: a portrait
Zaventem is a municipality in Brabant flamand in Flanders, with 36,676 residents spread across 28.4 km2. Population growth is strong, reflecting sustained attractiveness.
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Urban profile
Zaventem is a medium-sized city with comprehensive urban services, good transport connectivity, and varied neighbourhoods. It offers hospitals, shopping centres, cultural and sporting facilities, and a diversified job market. This intermediate size provides the best compromise between urban dynamism and quality of life.
Settling in Flanders
Flanders, the economically dynamic region in northern Belgium, benefits from reduced registration fees of just 3%, a significant fiscal advantage for buyers. The region stands out for its strong economic fabric, quality infrastructure, and robust job market. Flemish culture values quality of life, cycling as a mode of transport, and well-maintained public spaces. The Flemish property market is generally more expensive than Wallonia but offers high liquidity.
Getting around Zaventem
Zaventem scores 52/100 for public transport. The walkability score is 59/100. Public transport access is adequate but could be improved.
Schools and services
The schools score is 71/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 75/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 59/100, Zaventem has satisfactory green spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 74.5 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 11/100.
Cost of living
The median declarable income in Zaventem is EUR 31,541 per year. The median house purchase price is EUR 220,461, or EUR 1,575 per sqm.
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Daily life in Zaventem
The ratio between the median house price and median income is 7.0x. This ratio is around the Belgian average, indicating a balanced market. Access to shops and services (75/100) makes daily life convenient without excessive travel. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
With 23.1 % of residents under 17, Zaventem has a distinctly family-oriented profile. The school access score of 71/100 reflects a quality educational offering. The average household size (5.68 persons) confirms the presence of many families.
Population profile
- 0-17 years: 23.1 %
- 18-34 years: 20.7 %
- 35-64 years: 40.1 %
- 65+ years: 16.2 %
- Foreign residents: 24.2 %
- Households: 6,455
- Average household size: 5.68
Neighboring municipalities
- Tirlemont — 36,581 residents, overall score 73/100
- Sint-Pieters-Leeuw — 36,525 residents, overall score 66/100
- Asse — 35,755 residents, overall score 70/100
- Kampenhout — 39,860 residents, overall score 54/100
- Aarschot — 31,138 residents, overall score 67/100
Is Zaventem a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 71/100 and a green score of 59/100, Zaventem offers an environment that should be evaluated based on your family priorities.
What is the overall score of Zaventem?
Zaventem has an overall score of 67/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Zaventem?
The median income is EUR 31,541 per year and the median house price is EUR 220,461. The price-to-income ratio of 7.0x should be factored into your planning.
What is public transport like in Zaventem?
The transport score is 52/100 and walkability is 59/100. Car use is often complementary.