| bptduivenvoorde.nl | BPT Duivenvoorde | The neighborhood prevention team was established on April 6, 2011, and works together with various partners, including the municipality, police, and neighborhood associations. The team consists of approximately twenty neighborhood residents who strive to have a resident in the team for each street in the neighborhood prevention area. The main tasks of the BPT include identifying safety risks, addressing young people, being present to prevent issues, and reporting unsafe situations to the municipality and police. | Government & Administration → Police 215 | neighborhood resident 19 whatsapp 382 police 480 neighborhood 2424 municipality 6837 | South-Holland → Leidschendam-Voorburg 2151 |
| buurtpreventiestichtsevecht.nl | Gemeente Stichtse Vecht | The website describes the Buurtsignaleringsteams, which are active in the neighborhoods, and the many WhatsApp Neighborhood Prevention groups that are active in Stichtse Vecht. Users can find information about joining a group, the usual house rules, and starting a new group if one isn't already active in their neighborhood. The website emphasizes the decline in burglary rates in Stichtse Vecht, thanks to the efforts of the Signaleringsteams and WhatsApp groups, and seeks new volunteers to continue the collaboration for safety. | | neighborhood prevention 43 burglary 211 whatsapp 382 | |
| veiligebuurt.nl | Univé | The website offers a platform for urgent news, tips, and reports from the police and Burgernet. The Veiligebuurt app facilitates communication between neighbors, reporting suspicious situations, and sharing information about local emergencies. The app is designed to help residents address crime and vandalism and to collaborate on local safety initiatives. Furthermore, user privacy is prioritized, and sharing personal information is not required. | Applications → Apps 435 | initiative 1297 neighborhood 2424 report 4551 app 4595 | |
| buurtinterventieteam.nl | Buurtinterventieteam Den Haag | The Buurtinterventieteam is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and livable neighborhood, primarily by enhancing social safety. The teams work together with residents, police, and housing corporations to combat crime such as vandalism and disturbances of public order. They achieve this by conducting a weekly rounds through the neighborhood, reporting incidents, and checking if they are handled, and training team members in first aid. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | police 480 resident 3245 report 4551 safety 5819 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| dijkvaneendorp.nl | Dijk van een Dorp | The website outlines the mission and vision of Dijk van een Dorp, which aims to create a vibrant community in Spaarndam. The organization promotes various themes, including ‘Met Elkaar’, ‘Lifestyle and Health’, ‘Sports and Movement’ and ‘Culture and History’ to engage residents actively. Dijk van een Dorp organizes and supports initiatives, such as the AEDs, the Dijkexpres, and communication through a digital information pillar. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | theme 4015 | Haarlemmermeer → Spaarndam 207 |
| buurtpreventie-wateringen.nl | Buurtpreventie Wateringen | The website provides preventative tips and a reporting form for crimes, with the option to report anonymously. Attention is being paid to the increase in bicycle theft in Wateringen, with specific focus on the shopping area. The organization uses WhatsApp groups and a Burgernet app to inform and engage residents in prevention. | Civic Engagement → Civic Services 27 | neighborhood prevention 43 district 371 whatsapp 382 bicycle 2838 | Westland → Wateringen 536 |
| whatsappbuurtpreventie.nl | WhatsApp Neighborhood Prevention | The WhatsApp Neighborhood Prevention project aims to map and analyze all active WhatsApp groups in the Netherlands. The project focuses on developing a system that simplifies and improves the process of registering, modifying, and communicating with group administrators, based on successful existing neighborhood prevention websites. Neighborhood prevention is considered a form of surveillance by residents in their own residential area, aimed at increasing feelings of safety, solidarity, and social engagement, and reducing crime and nuisance. | Communication → WhatsApp 25 | whatsapp group 36 neighborhood prevention 43 administrator 161 police 480 municipality 6837 | |
| buurtpreventiedenhelder.nl | Buurtpreventie Den Helder | The website provides information on recognizing suspicious behavior and reporting it. It outlines guidelines and procedures for using the BuurtpreventieApp, including the S.A.A.R. method. Residents can register for the app, receive news updates, and report issues and incidents in their neighborhood, such as nuisances or misconduct. | | police 480 neighborhood 2424 report 4551 app 4595 news 15293 | Den Helder → Julianadorp 304 |
| wijkplatformburgwal.nl | Wijkplatform Burgwal | The website includes news articles, including a neighborhood newspaper and a photo report from a neighborhood dinner. A solar panel campaign by the City of Haarlem is promoted to reduce energy bills and promote sustainability. The site provides information about Repair Cafés in Haarlem where broken items can be repaired. | Neighborhood Organizations → Neighborhood Platforms 35 | resident 3245 solar panels 4701 repair 14576 news 15293 sustainability 18451 event 45199 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| buurtpreventiebreda.nl | Buurtpreventie Breda | The website provides information about the operation of Buurtpreventie Breda, including how residents can participate and use the neighborhood app. It emphasizes the role of residents in reporting unsafe situations and preventing crime. The site includes information about cybercrime, as well as an agenda with activities and a contact form. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhoods 1028 | cybercrime 87 neighborhood 2424 resident 3245 app 4595 safety 5819 | North-Brabant → Breda 9003 |
| ldp-wijkpreventie.nl | LDP-Wijkpreventie | The system employs WhatsApp groups, supported by the Leiderdorp municipality and police, to quickly warn residents of danger. Residents are added to WhatsApp neighborhood groups (15 in Leiderdorp) and can report suspicious situations, which increases the chances of catching criminals. Administrators share notifications between neighborhood groups to alert residents to unsafe situations in adjacent neighborhoods. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | administrator 161 whatsapp 382 police 480 neighborhood 2424 report 4551 | South-Holland → Leiderdorp 329 |
| heemstedeapp.nl | HeemstedeApp | It is a citizen initiative that has set up WhatsApp neighborhood prevention groups in various districts of Heemstede. Members can register for the prevention group of their neighborhood, leading to their addition to the relevant WhatsApp group. Communication occurs via the SAAR principle, where reports are quickly shared between districts and the police are involved. | Municipalities → Hof Van Twente 11 | whatsapp group 36 administrator 161 district 371 report 4551 | North-Holland → Heemstede 1173 |
| hofwaakt.nl | Hofwaakt | The project involves setting up neighborhood WhatsApp groups in every village within the municipality of Hof van Twente, with each group being coordinated by a dedicated coordinator. The coordinators work together in a coordinator group and are in contact with the Hof van Twente coordinating group, which in turn is connected to the Hof van Twente police. Residents can contact via a form to start a neighborhood group, and administrators manage the phone numbers and messages within the groups. | Municipalities → Hof Van Twente 11 | whatsapp group 36 coordinator 108 safety 5819 municipality 6837 | Overijssel → Hof van Twente 1501 |
| buurtpreventie-denhoorn.nl | Buurtpreventie Den Hoorn | The website features a new approach to neighborhood prevention using Whatsapp, under the name Community Den Hoorn Alert. Regular police reports and news updates are published, dating from 2024 to 2025. The website provides information on tips and actions citizens can take to keep their neighborhood safe. | Communication → WhatsApp 25 | neighborhood prevention 43 whatsapp 382 report 4551 news 15293 event 45199 | Texel → Den Hoorn 333 |
| buurtpreventie-schipluiden.nl | Buurtpreventie Schipsluien | The website provides information about neighborhood prevention, including tips for self-protection and useful links. Regular news and annual reports are published regarding the activities and projects of Buurtpreventie Schipsluien, including media attention and police reports. The website offers opportunities for reporting incidents and contacting the organization, as well as information about events and safety tips. | Communication → WhatsApp 25 | neighborhood prevention 43 police 480 report 4551 home 7976 news 15293 event 45199 | South-Holland → Midden-Delfland 592 |
| buurtpreventie-maasland.nl | Stichting buurtpreventie Maasland | The website contains information about neighborhood prevention, including tips on how residents can contribute to a safe neighborhood. It provides annual reports and financial information for the Stichting Buurtpreventie Maasland. The site offers information about WhatsApp groups in Maasland, including an application form and assistance with setting up new groups, and explains the organization of safety markets with the theme 'babbeltrucs'. | Communication → WhatsApp 25 | neighborhood prevention 43 whatsapp 382 report 4551 | Midden-Delfland → Maashorst 275 |
| buurtpreventiemaasdijk.nl | Buurtpreventie Maasdijk | The website provides information about neighborhood prevention, including prevention tips and advice on how to prevent burglaries. There is information about Police Officer Anita Gehasse and her speaking hours in the Prinsenhof in Maasdijk. The website contains news articles, tweets from local authorities, and links to relevant information, such as Burgernet and the Police. | Communication → WhatsApp 25 | police officer 17 neighborhood prevention 43 tips 2789 safety 5819 news 15293 | Westland → Maasdijk 383 |
| buurtpreventiepoeldijk.nl | Buurtpreventie Poeldijk | The website is managed by an enthusiastic team of volunteers who represent the population of Poeldijk. The organization offers various services, including information about current events and contact with the local police officer. The goal is to enhance safety and improve the quality of life in Poeldijk through preventative measures and community engagement. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | police officer 17 district 371 safety 5819 community 7931 volunteer 8367 | Westland → Poeldijk 280 |
| buurtpreventiesteenbergen.nl | Municipality of Steenbergen | The website presents information about the joint neighborhood prevention teams of the municipality of Steenbergen and their recent actions, such as a game with young people on June 25th and a campaign against telephone fraud. The website describes the origin and current role of the neighborhood prevention teams, established in 2013 to respond to a wave of burglaries, and their focus on preventing vandalism. The website emphasizes the increasing value of the neighborhood prevention teams as extra eyes and ears in the neighborhood, and the role of WhatsApp groups in informing residents about suspicious situations, and explains that the website is part of the effectiveness of neighborhood prevention. | Safety → Municipal Safety 11 | whatsapp group 36 coordinator 108 burglary 211 police 480 neighborhood 2424 | North-Brabant → Steenbergen 707 |
| wabpvenray.nl | WABP Venray | Neighborhood prevention involves residents monitoring their neighborhood through a WhatsApp, Signal, or Telegram group. Residents of Venray feel responsible for the safety and livability of their neighborhood. Neighborhood prevention is carried out in collaboration with the municipality and police of Venray. | Communication → WhatsApp 25 | neighborhood prevention 43 whatsapp 382 resident 3245 municipality 6837 | Limburg → Venray 1601 |
| buurtpreventieboekel.nl | Buurtpreventie Boekel | The website provides information about the organization, its history, and the volunteers who are active. There is an overview of various initiatives, such as walking groups, a neighborhood coordinator registration form, a neighborhood prevention app, and newsletters. The website also contains information on safety topics such as cybercrime, home burglaries, litter, and the protection of protected species. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | walking groups 15 safety 5819 volunteer 8367 | North-Brabant → Boekel 479 |
| buurtpreventieroosendaal.nl | Buurtpreventie Roosendaal | Buurtpreventie Roosendaal is an initiative of the police and municipality of Roosendaal aimed at increasing safety in the neighborhood. The website answers frequently asked questions about the program, the role of neighborhood preventionists, and procedures for starting a team. It emphasizes the role of residents in creating a safe neighborhood and mentions that there are currently approximately 650 neighborhood preventionists active. | | neighborhood prevention 43 runner 126 district 371 resident 3245 report 4551 | North-Brabant → Roosendaal 2677 |
| wabp-baexem.nl | WABP Baexem | The website describes the history of WABP Baexem, which started in March 2016 and in August 2019 already had more than 256 participants, requiring the largest group to be split. In December 2022, the split groups were merged again due to changes in the WhatsApp app that allowed for larger groups to be managed. The website encourages residents of Baexem over 18 years of age with a smartphone and WhatsApp to register with WABP Baexem to improve neighborhood safety. | Communication & Content → Communication 7205 | neighborhood prevention 43 whatsapp 382 participant 1934 resident 3245 | Leudal → Baexem 77 |
| buurtpreventielansingerland.nl | Buurt Preventie Lansingerland | The website describes the launch of the Buurt Preventie Lansingerland (BPL) foundation, which is established to roll out neighborhood prevention. The organization is busy improving the website to provide visitors with a better experience and encourage collaboration. The website offers information on various initiatives, such as police officers, neighborhood mediation, walking groups, and newsletters, and a registration form for a WhatsApp group. | Government & Administration → Police 215 | whatsapp group 36 neighborhood prevention 43 newsletter 6504 foundation 6678 community 7931 collaboration 16036 | South-Holland → Lansingerland 1936 |
| buurtpreventie-etten-leur.nl | Buurtpreventie Etten-Leur | The website describes Buurtpreventie Etten-Leur as an initiative where neighborhood residents, in collaboration with the municipality, safeguard the neighborhood and promote a social living environment. It explains that Buurtpreventie Etten-Leur utilizes neighborhood prevention teams and/or Alarming-Neighborhood WhatsApp groups to ensure safety in different neighborhoods. The website provides information on the various neighborhoods covered by Buurtpreventie and describes the roles of neighborhood managers, police officers, and BCPs (community police officers) in the program. | Government & Administration → Police 215 | whatsapp group 36 livability 230 safety 5819 | Noordoostpolder → Emmeloord 1649 |
| voorelkaarinwest.nl | Voor Elkaar In West | The organization provides support and opportunities for social interaction for people of all ages in the neighborhood. The office opening hours have been temporarily adjusted, with closing on Mondays until July 21, 2024, and then opening from Monday to Thursday. People can contact them by phone (020 6842552) or through the website to register as volunteers. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | neighbor 158 meeting 2381 volunteer 8367 | Amsterdam → Nieuw-West 844 |
| galecopveilig.nl | Stichting Wijkoverleg Galecop | The website was created as a result of an increase in car and home burglaries in Galecop. The site provides information on various aspects of safety, including tips for securing property and reporting unsafe situations. The possibility of starting a personal WhatsApp group for the neighborhood is also discussed, and a reference is made to the ‘Veilige Buurt’ app. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | burglary 211 whatsapp 382 neighborhood 2424 tips 2789 app 4595 safety 5819 | Utrecht → Nieuwegein 2264 |
| wa-buurtpreventie.nl | Buurtpreventie Wa | The website provides a platform for neighborhood prevention via WhatsApp, with groups formed to inform and alert residents. The app allows for the immediate sharing of suspicious situations with neighbors and quick response when assistance is needed. Users can check via the 'Sign Up' page whether their postal code area is already active and, if necessary, request activation. | Online Marketing → Social Media Marketing 1002 | whatsapp 382 neighborhood 2424 safety 5819 | |
| heumenveilig.nl | WABP Malden | The website offers information about the Buurt Preventie WhatsApp groups, which play a role in promoting safety in the neighborhood. Users can register for the WhatsApp groups by filling in their data, including name, phone number, address, and date of birth. The submitted data is directly sent to the administrator and not stored, and participation in the groups is subject to certain rules. | Social Support → Online Communities 859 | neighborhood prevention 43 whatsapp 382 rules 593 data 5872 | Gelderland → Heumen 628 |
| 1000ogenhoevelaken.nl | 1000 eyes project | The project utilizes a WhatsApp group to connect residents and exchange information about safety issues. Residents can register to actively participate in the project. Examples of suspicious situations that can be reported through the group include unknown people with hoods, disturbances caused by youth, suspected drug dealing, and unfamiliar vehicles. | Government & Administration → Police 215 | whatsapp group 36 whatsapp 382 police 480 situation 655 resident 3245 safety 5819 | Nijkerk → Hoevelaken 449 |
| arguslaren.nl | BPV ARGUS Laren | The website contains updates on the safety situation in the neighborhood, including reports from local police officers and the results of the Safety Monitor. Announcements are made for general meetings (ALV's) and other events, such as the Winter Gathering and gatherings. The site provides information about contact details with the police, reporting systems, and other relevant safety initiatives. | Neighborhood Organizations → Residents’ Associations 965 | police officer 17 alv 79 message 2260 safety 5819 association 8562 event 45199 | North-Holland → Laren 1234 |
| bptheikant.nl | Buurt Preventie Team Heikant | The website offers the possibility to register as a neighborhood resident and become a member of the BuurtAlert Heikant Whatsapp group. The team shares information from the police, such as an image about anonymous reports and tips to prevent burglaries. The website contains practical tips for safe carnival, including adjusting the home environment to deter burglaries and the importance of cooperation and responsible behavior. | Festivals → Carnival 1150 | police 480 carnival 986 safety 5819 | |
| bpv-de-eng.nl | Buurtpreventie Vereniging De Eng | The website has been publishing news and links with advice for improving the neighborhood since January 2015. Buurtpreventie Vereniging De Eng works with the municipality and police to exchange information and effectively prevent burglaries. The BPV’s mission is to promote burglary security around the home and in the residential area by raising awareness and influencing behavior among residents. | Safety → Municipal Safety 11 | burglary 211 police 480 neighborhood 2424 resident 3245 safety 5819 municipality 6837 | North-Holland → Laren 1234 |
| buurtpreventieborculo.nl | Buurtpreventie Borculo | The project initially utilized WhatsApp, but has become too complex for this application. The Veiligebuurt app has been introduced as a scalable alternative. The Veiligebuurt app helps users find neighbors in their street groups and join neighborhood groups. The website encourages visitors to download the app and share it with other neighbors. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | neighborhood prevention 43 whatsapp 382 | Berkelland → Borculo 347 |
| buurtpreventiewernhoutsburg.nl | Buurtpreventie Wernhoutsburg | The website provides information about preventative activities, such as identifying vulnerable situations for burglaries and distributing tips. Buurtpreventie Wernhoutsburg collaborates with the municipality, the local police officer, and residents to maintain safety in the neighborhood. The website offers opportunities to sign up as a prevention worker, report incidents (such as animal suffering, burglaries, license plate theft) and stay informed about regional safety news. | Government & Administration → Police 215 | police officer 17 neighborhood prevention 43 burglary 211 resident 3245 report 4551 safety 5819 | North-Brabant → Zundert 756 |
| denhamwaakt.nl | Den Ham Doet! | The number of burglaries often increases when it gets darker or during holidays. The Den Ham Waakt group uses a Neighborhood WhatsApp to report suspicious situations to the police. Participants share information through the WhatsApp group, and the police only intervene after a report to 112. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | burglary 211 whatsapp 382 police 480 resident 3245 report 4551 | |
| sban.nl | Stichting Buurt Alert Nederland | The foundation initiates and implements a low-threshold platform using WhatsApp, email, and social media to increase neighborhood safety. Assen-Alert offers a well-organized platform where residents collaborate with the police and municipality to take responsibility for their own safety and facilitates communication between residents and authorities. Neighborhood residents manage WhatsApp neighborhood groups, adhering to strict privacy rules, supporting the foundation's efforts to support residents in maintaining the platform and promoting neighborhood prevention. | Social Support → Online Communities 859 | whatsapp 382 neighborhood 2424 resident 3245 safety 5819 | Assen → Loon 18 |
| wabpmolenhoek.nl | WABP Molenhoek | WhatsApp BuurtPreventie is a modern digital form of neighborhood prevention, where users can communicate and share files via WhatsApp. The website is specifically focused on the Limburg part of Molenhoek, east of the Rijksweg, and offers an registration option. For the ‘Heumense’ part of Molenhoek (Gelderse area) a separate WhatsApp group is active. | Social Support → Online Communities 859 | whatsapp 382 camera 1733 neighborhood 2424 resident 3245 | Mook en Middelaar → Mook 180 |
| buurtpreventiecaantje.nl | Buurtpreventie Caantje | Buurtpreventie Caantje is an initiative by residents to maintain safety in the neighborhood. The organization collaborates with the VvE Van ‘t Hof Rijnland to achieve its goals. Residents can contact the organization through a contact form or by email. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhoods 1028 | livability 230 vve 748 neighborhood 2424 resident 3245 safety 5819 | Leidschendam-Voorburg → Leidschendam 1049 |
| vriezenveenwaakt.nl | Village Council Vriezenveen | The website presents the Vriezenveen Waakt neighborhood app, a WhatsApp-based platform for reporting and signaling suspicious situations. Users can register and are automatically assigned to a neighborhood group app, facilitating contact with neighbors. The website informs about a technical issue and asks users to resubmit their registrations. Contact information for direct assistance is available. | Local Government → Village Council 479 | neighbor 158 neighborhood 2424 registration 4366 | Twenterand → Vriezenveen 487 |
| buurzaamindeslag.nl | Buurzaam in De Slag | Buurzaam in De Slag was founded by active neighborhood residents who want to organize fun activities in their neighborhood. The organization offers support and assistance to neighborhood residents who need it, as well as opportunities to share their own skills and hobbies. There is also a project, EnergieRijke Slagen, focused on sustainable living in the neighborhood, with information and the possibility to borrow a CO2 meter. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | neighborhood resident 19 house 8121 energy 9075 | Utrecht → Houten 1677 |