Waalwijk election results finalized: VVD and Lokaal Belang lead with 9 seats each
Waalwijk's municipal council elections saw a 3% rise in voter turnout, with nearly half of eligible voters casting ballots. The results, now complete, shape local governance for the next term, impacting policies and community projects in Waalwijk, Waspik, and Sprang-Capelle.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Votes Cast | 18,860 |
| Voter Turnout | 45.1% (up from 42.1% in 2022) |
| Top Parties | VVD (9 seats), Lokaal Belang (9 seats) |
| Seats Distribution | Samen Waalwijk (5), GroenLinks (3), CDA (2), SGP (2), D66 (1), CU (0) |
| Official Confirmation | March 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM |
| Municipality | Waalwijk (including Waspik, Sprang-Capelle) |
The municipal council of Waalwijk is responsible for local governance, including policy-making, budget allocation, and community services. These election results determine the political composition of the council, directly influencing decisions on local infrastructure, social programs, and regulations.
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Preliminary results of Waalwijk municipal council elections complete
The votes for the municipal council elections held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, have been fully counted. After the results by party were announced yesterday, the count at the individual level has now also been completed. This means the preliminary election results are now final.
A total of 18,860 votes were cast. Voter turnout was 45.1%, higher than in the 2022 municipal council elections (42.1%).
Preliminary seat distribution
The preliminary results are as follows:• VVD – 4,808 votes (9 seats)• Lokaal Belang – 4,775 votes (9 seats)• Samen Waalwijk – 3,155 votes (5 seats)• GroenLinks – 1,998 votes (3 seats)• CDA – 1,225 votes (2 seats)• SGP – 1,121 votes (2 seats)• D66 – 1,005 votes (1 seat)• CU – 481 votes (0 seats)
Mayor Ausems' reaction
“The voters spoke yesterday. The campaign period is now behind us. It was a busy time with many discussions and debates. I have seen that residents of Waspik, Sprang-Capelle, and Waalwijk are engaged with their municipality. That is encouraging to see. I also note a 3% increase in turnout. It is great that so many people voted, as that is the foundation of our democracy. Nearly half of all eligible voters cast their ballots. That is a positive sign for democracy in Waalwijk. I would like to thank everyone who took the time to vote.”
Official results
On Thursday, March 26, at 11:00 AM, the central polling station will hold a public meeting in the council chamber. During this session, the election results will be officially confirmed and published on the municipal website.
More information and the official report are available at waalwijk.nl/verkiezingsuitslag-verkiezingen-gemeenteraad-2026.