Waalwijk election results finalized: VVD leads with 9 seats as voter turnout rises
Waalwijk's municipal council elections have concluded with a higher voter turnout of 45.08%. The VVD emerged as the largest party, securing 9 seats. Residents can attend the ceremonial installation of new councillors on 1 April, marking the start of a new local governance chapter.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Voter Turnout | 45.08% (up from 42.1% in 2022) |
| Total Votes Cast | 18,860 (18,568 valid, 239 blank, 53 invalid) |
| Largest Party | VVD – 4,808 votes (9 seats) |
| Second Largest Party | Lokaal Belang – 4,775 votes (9 seats) |
| Farewell Meeting | 31 March 2026, 19:30 |
| Installation Meeting | 1 April 2026, 19:30 (open to public, livestream available) |
| Coalition Formation | Onno Hoes proposed as investigator; explanatory debate on 2 April cancelled |
| Municipality Website | Waalwijk Election Results |
The municipality of Waalwijk is responsible for organizing and validating local elections, ensuring democratic representation for its residents. These results will shape local policies, budgets, and community projects for the next four years.
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Final results of Waalwijk municipal council elections confirmed
The central polling station of the municipality of Waalwijk has confirmed the final results of the municipal council elections in an open session on Thursday, 26 March 2026. The results and checks carried out were recorded in the minutes under the chairmanship of Mayor Ausems.
A total of 45.08% of residents cast their vote, an increase compared to the previous municipal council elections in 2022 (42.1%). A total of 18,860 votes were cast, of which 18,568 were for candidates, 239 were blank and 53 were invalid.
Final seat distribution:
- VVD – 4,808 (9 seats)
- Lokaal Belang – 4,775 (9 seats)
- Samen Waalwijk – 3,155 (5 seats)
- GroenLinks af – 1,998 (3 seats)
- CDA – 1,225 (2 seats)
- SGP – 1,121 (2 seats)
- D66 – 1,005 (1 seat)
- ChristenUnie – 481 (0 seats)
Next steps: farewell and installation
Two official and ceremonial council meetings are scheduled for next week:
- Tuesday, 31 March at 19:30: farewell meeting for outgoing councillors.
- Wednesday, 1 April at 19:30: installation meeting for the 31 newly elected councillors.
The official council meetings are open to the public; everyone is welcome to attend and can follow them via the livestream. After the meetings, there will be an opportunity for informal gatherings in the town hall foyer in an open and festive atmosphere, similar to election night.
Explanatory debate on 2 April cancelled
The Waalwijk VVD emerged as the largest party in the elections and is taking the initiative to form a new coalition. On Tuesday, 24 March, discussions were held with representatives of all seven parties, and Onno Hoes was proposed as an investigator. This means that work is progressing swiftly towards a stable and effective municipal administration for Waspik, Sprang-Capelle and Waalwijk. Since the next steps will be taken before 2 April, the previously announced explanatory debate on Thursday, 2 April has been cancelled.
More information and the minutes (model p22-2) are available at www.waalwijk.nl/verkiezingsuitslag-verkiezingen-gemeenteraad-2026