Netherlands
Europe - Western Europe
The Netherlands has a strong social housing sector and innovative approaches to sustainable and inclusive housing.
📊 Data Sources & Methodology
Governance: World Bank WGI, Heritage Foundation
Safety: UNODC, Global Peace Index
Cost of Living: Numbeo Cost of Living Index 2024
Corruption: Transparency International CPI 2023
Internet: Speedtest Global Index 2024
Air Quality: IQAir World Air Quality Report 2023
Healthcare: WHO, World Bank Health Indicators
Education: UNESCO, OECD PISA
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Last updated: January 15, 2026
📋 Housing Policies (3)
Affordable housing
Low-income households receive housing allowances (huurtoeslag) to help cover rental costs in both social and private housing.
Environmental regulations
New construction must meet high environmental standards, including energy efficiency, use of sustainable materials, and integration with public tra...
Public housing
Approximately 30% of housing stock is social housing, managed by housing associations. Rent is income-based and capped.