1342 E 24th Ave, Vancouver, BC, MLS® R3027925

Welcome to 1342 E 24th Avenue, a charming neighborhood in Vancouver, BC, where I'd be delighted to guide you through the community's highlights. This property, listed as MLS® R3027925, is a wonderful find for those looking for a balance of convenience, amenities, and a strong sense of community.

Let's start with the schools, a top priority for families. Charles Dickens Elementary School, located just 0.82 km from this property, has a rating of 5.2/10. The school's proximity and reputation make it an attractive option for families, and I've had the pleasure of working with many families who highly recommend it. Just down the road, you'll also find St. Joseph's School, an independent elementary school with a rating of 8/10, and Stratford Hall School, a secondary independent school with a rating of 8.7/10, both within a short 0.89 km and 1.12 km respectively.

Now, let's talk about safety. The crime data from Statistics Canada's 2020 report shows that this neighborhood has an overall crime rate of 7,470.82, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. The rate of 52,217 incidents per 100,000 population is a reflection of the typical urban environment. However, it's worth noting that the year-by-year change in the total crime rate is a positive -14.94%, indicating a decrease in crime over the years.

Regarding specific types of crime, the drug crime rate is Average, with a rating of 229.49 and 1,604 incidents in 2020. The year-by-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is a modest 1.58%. Property crimes are above Average, with a rating of 5,020.27 and 35,089 incidents in 2020. However, the year-by-year change in the property misconduct rate is a positive -20.80%.

Violent crime rate is a concern for any community, and in this neighborhood, it's Below Average, with a rating of 1,311.69 and 9,168 incidents in 2020. The year-by-year change in the violent crime rate is a moderate 3.53%.

Getting around is easy, with the Westbound E King Edward Ave @ Knight St bus station just 0.05 km away from this property, listed as MLS® R3027925. You'll also find convenient access to major highways and public transportation options.

Now, let's look at the demographics of this neighborhood. With 35.5% of the population holding a university certificate or degree, this area is considered High in comparison to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 16.1% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in this area is $72,802, which is Average in comparison to the British Columbia average. Median personal income is $32,998, also Average compared to BC. Notably, 64.7% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is Above Average.

Unemployment rate in this area is 6.4%, which is Below Average in comparison to other province neighborhoods.

In terms of population growth, this neighborhood has experienced a 10.3% change between 2011 and 2016, which is High compared to average growth rates in the region.

The average size of families in this area is 2.9, which is Average in comparison to the whole region. However, 64.3% of families with children live in this area, which is Above Average. Married or living common-law couples make up 53.5% of the population, which is Below Average.

The average age of the population in this area is 38.7, which is Below Average in comparison to other BC cities.

Affordability is a concern in this area, with an average value of dwellings at $1,082,701, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. Average owner payments are also High, with owners spending $1,690 on average for their dwellings. Tenants are paying $1,218 in this district, which is Above Average.

Interestingly, 44.8% of the population in this district are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas. Language-wise, 82.6% of the population speaks only English, which is Below Average. However, 7.2% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is High.

Lastly, 32.2% of the population in this area uses public transport, which is High, while 52.7% use cars, which is Low. 8.8% of the population uses bicycles, which is High, and 4.5% walk,