Leerbroek
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 The village centre (dark green) and the statistical district (light green) of Leerbroek in the municipality of Zederik. |
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| Country | Netherlands |
| Province | South Holland |
| Municipality | Zederik |
| Population | ca. 1,560 |
Coordinates: 51°55′N 5°3′E / 51.917°N 5.050°E
Leerbroek is a village in the Dutch province of South Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Zederik, and lies about 9 km (6 mi) northeast of Gorinchem.
In 2004, the village of Leerbroek had 1560 inhabitants. The built-up area of the village was 0.096 km2 (0 sq mi), and contained 197 residences. The statistical area "Leerbroek", which also can include the surrounding countryside, has a population of around 980.
Leerbroek was a separate municipality between 1817, when it was separated from Meerkerk, and 1986, when it merged with Zederik.
Map of the former municipality in 1866
Church of Leerbroek.
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