1939 Westminster Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, MLS® R3019616

Welcome to the charming community of Glenwood in Port Coquitlam, BC, where you'll find the perfect blend of small-town charm and urban convenience. As we explore this lovely neighborhood, let's start with the local schools that make this area so desirable for families.

Just down the road from 1939 Westminster Avenue, you'll find Hope Lutheran Christian School, rated 7.9/10 by parents and students alike. With a location just 0.57 km from this home, it's an ideal choice for families with children. This school's commitment to Christian values and academic excellence has earned it a reputation as one of the top elementary schools in the area.

When it comes to secondary education, Hope Lutheran Christian School is also the closest option, with the same rating and proximity to the home. This school's dedication to providing a well-rounded education has made it a popular choice for families in the community.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), the neighborhood surrounding 1939 Westminster Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC, has an average crime rate of 6,710.97. This is comparable to other Canadian cities, and the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a positive -4.92%. While there were 4,262 violeation disturbances in the area, the overall crime rate suggests that this is a safe and secure community.

When it comes to specific types of crime, the neighborhood surrounding MLS® R3019616 has an above-average rate of drug-related offenses, with a rating of 325.94 and 207 incidents in 2020. However, the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is a positive 5.86%. Property crimes are also relatively average in this area, with a rating of 3,157.08 and 2,005 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a negative -12.28%.

Violent lawbreaking disorders are relatively low in this neighborhood, with a rate of 1,110.10 and 705 incidents in 2020. This is below average compared to other BC municipalities, and the year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is a negative -3.06%.

Now, let's talk about the community itself. The closest bus station is just 0.08 km away from this home, making it easy to get around without a car. With a population of 21.8% holding a university certificate or degree, this neighborhood is above average in terms of educational attainment. However, 16% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is below average compared to other BC neighborhoods.

In terms of income, the median household income in this neighborhood is $66,125, which is average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is also average at $32,416. However, 70.4% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is high compared to other areas.

Unemployment rates in this area are low, at 5.5%, making it an attractive option for those looking for work. The population growth in this area between 2011 and 2016 was 6.5%, which is above average compared to other neighborhoods in the region.

When it comes to family dynamics, the average size of families in this area is 2.9, which is average compared to the whole region. However, 67% of families in this area have children, which is above average. The percentage of married or living common law is 53.2%, which is below average compared to other neighborhoods.

In terms of demographics, the average age of the population in this area is 40, which is below average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $589,548, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia.

When it comes to housing costs, owner payments are above average in this area, with an average payment of $1,432. However, tenant payments are average at $993. 34.1% of the population in this area are renters, which is above average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Finally, let's talk about language and transportation. The percentage of English and French speakers in this area is 5.7%, which is below average. However, the percentage of English speakers only is 90.4%, which is average. The percentage of French speakers only is 0.1%, which is low. The percentage of neither English nor French speakers is 3.9%, which is high compared to other BC cities.

In terms of transportation, 17% of the population in this area uses public transport, which is above average. However, 75% of the population uses cars, which is below average. 0.8% of the population uses