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Blaricum offers a refined, tranquil lifestyle for professionals seeking a high-end residential retreat within reach of Amsterdam and Almere. It is characterized by its manicured greenery, quiet streets, and a sense of privacy that is increasingly rare in the Randstad. For families, the village provides a safe, stable environment with reliable local amenities and high-quality healthcare access.
However, the reality of living here is a significant commitment to a high cost of living and a reliance on personal vehicles for seamless connectivity. While public transport is functional, you will trade the urban convenience of a major city for a more secluded, suburban pace that requires more intentional planning for social and professional integration.
Blaricum has an oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb) with mild summers, cool winters, and precipitation spread through the year. Long-term averages for nearby Blaricum show summer highs around 21–23°C, winter highs around 5–6°C, and annual rainfall around 800–900 mm, which fits the Netherlands' maritime climate pattern. Recent monthly climate data also shows moderate sunshine and frequent cloud cover, consistent with a humid North Sea-influenced environment.
Summer Average
19°C
Winter Average
3°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
190
Sunny Days
165
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
8-16°C
Spring is cool to mild, with temperatures rising quickly from March into May and daylight increasing steadily. Showers remain common, but there are also more bright, dry periods than in winter.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
19-23°C
Summer is generally comfortable rather than hot, with average highs near 21-23°C and occasional warmer spells. Cloud cover and scattered rain remain possible, but this is the sunniest and warmest season.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
9-18°C
Autumn cools gradually and often becomes wetter and more overcast as the season progresses. September can still feel mild, while November is typically cool, windy, and damp.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
0-6°C
Winter is cool and humid, with average temperatures near freezing overnight and daytime highs usually only a few degrees above 0°C. Snow can occur, but rain and cloudy, windy conditions are more common.
Moderate rainfall
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Safety & Security in Blaricum
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
61
/100
Netherlands Avg
63
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Blaricum
Netherlands Average
No city-specific data available — showing Netherlands country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Good
Safety from Crime
0510
Safe
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 87/100
No data for Blaricum — showing hazard indicators from nearby Hilversum (~7 km).
