The Dam is the historic heart of Amsterdam and the focal point of the city centre. Located in the Centrum district, it is characterised by high population density, a mix of historic canal houses and modern retail buildings, and excellent public transport access. Property values around the Dam are among the highest in the Netherlands.

Below you can see how the Dam scores on safety, income, housing types, and ownership rates. The benchmarks show how this neighbourhood compares against Amsterdam's municipal average and the national average for all Dutch neighbourhoods.

• Mixed housing market: high proportion of rental properties, relatively few owner-occupier homes
• Outstanding proximity scores — almost all daily needs are within walking distance
• Property values significantly above the national average