Least Dense in Friesland

Top 27 cities ranked by least dense

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Least Dense — Friesland

1 Lemmer 209/mi²

2 Bilgaard 223/mi²

3 Huizum 329/mi²

4 Grou 407/mi²

5 Camminghaburen 420/mi²

6 De Drait 458/mi²

7 De Greiden 510/mi²

8 Oosterwolde 513/mi²

9 Buitenpost 517/mi²

10 Kollum 770/mi²

11 Stiens 852/mi²

12 Damwâld 1,035/mi²

13 Joure 1,047/mi²

14 Gorredijk 1,160/mi²

15 De Westereen 1,227/mi²

16 Surhuisterveen 1,360/mi²

17 Franeker 1,604/mi²

18 Burgum 1,623/mi²

19 Harlingen 1,669/mi²

20 Wolvega 2,108/mi²

21 Sneek 2,497/mi²

22 Bolsward 2,517/mi²

23 Heerenveen 2,942/mi²

24 Drachten 3,279/mi²

25 Dokkum 3,559/mi²

26 Leeuwarden 3,841/mi²

27 Zuiderburen 16,083/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Friesland offer spacious living with more land per resident. Lemmer has just 209 people per square mile. These cities provide room to spread out with larger lot sizes and more open space.

Low-density cities typically feature more single-family homes with larger yards, easier parking, and less traffic congestion. They appeal to families seeking space, privacy, and access to nature without moving to a fully rural area.

While the spread-out nature of these cities means longer drives to amenities and greater reliance on personal vehicles, many residents value the trade-off for quieter neighborhoods and a more relaxed pace of life.

Did You Know?

1. In Lemmer, there are only 209 people per square mile — each resident has roughly 133,262 square feet of city space.
2. Low-density cities often have significantly lower housing costs due to more available land for development.
3. Many of the least dense cities are located in the western United States, where vast open spaces define the landscape.

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