Staphorst (kern)

The core of Staphorst, known for its idiosyncratic ribbon development, holds eight neighbourhoods and over 9,700 residents around Staphorst-Noord and the streek. Safety is the firmest pillar at 8.0, with amenities (6.9), nature (6.0) and housing (5.4) around or above the middle. Only social life lags at 4.4, striking for a village reputed to be tight-knit. With an overall of 5.9, Staphorst reads as safe, solid and traditional.