204 2268 Welcher Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, MLS® R3033810

As we explore this beautiful community, you'll find that it's an ideal place to call home, especially for families. Let's start with the local schools. The closest elementary school to this home for sale is Our Lady of the Assumption School, with a stellar rating of 9.5/10. This school is just 1.36 km away, making it easily accessible for daily commutes. Families love this area because of the excellent education options available.

When it comes to secondary education, Hope Lutheran Christian School is the closest option, with a rating of 7.9/10. Located 1.83 km from this home, it's a great choice for students in the area.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the freshest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighbourhood has an average crime rate of 6,710.97, which is typical for urban areas. The overall crime rate near 204 2268 Welcher Avenue is Average, with a slight decrease of -4.92% in the total crime rate from year to year.

However, it's worth noting that the drug crime rate in this area is Above Average, with a rating of 325.94. This means that there were 207 illegal substances lawbreaking disturbances in the city in 2020. Year by year change in the illegal substances offences rating is 5.86%.

On the other hand, property crimes in the neighbourhood are Average, with a rating of 3,157.08. This means that there were 2,005 property misconduct incidents in the area in 2020. Year by year change in the property misconduct rate is -12.28%.

Violent crime rates in the area are Below Average, with a rating of 1,110.10. This means that there were 705 violent lawbreaking disorders in the city in 2020. Year by year change in the violent crime rate is -3.06%.

Now, let's talk about transportation. The closest bus station is Southbound Shaughnessy St @ Hawthorne Ave, which is just 0.13 km away from this home for sale (MLS® R3033810). This makes it easy to get around the city without a car.

As for demographics, 20.9% of the population in this neighbourhood has a university certificate or degree, which is Average in comparison to other BC neighbourhoods. However, 13.5% 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 $60,907, which is Below Average compared to the BC average. On the other hand, the median personal income is $37,132, which is Above Average in comparison to the BC average. A high percentage of households in this area, 77.6%, have a mortgage, which is High.

Unemployment rates in the area are Low, at 5.6%. This is a great indicator of the area's economic stability.

In terms of population growth, this area has experienced a high population change of 13.5% between 2011 and 2016, which is High compared to the average growth rate of the region.

Population density in this area is 1,990.3 people per square kilometre, which is Above Average. The average size of families in the area is 2.6, which is Low compared to the whole region.

As for the lifestyle, 58.2% of families in this area have children, which is Average. The average age of the population is 42.6, which is Average in comparison to other BC cities.

In terms of real estate, the average value of dwellings in this area is $317,086, which is Average compared to other areas in British Columbia.

As for rent vs. own, 31.5% of the population in this area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Lastly, let's talk about the local amenities. There are plenty of parks, beaches, trails, and dog parks in the area, making it a great place to connect with nature. The local shopping mall, grocery stores, and restaurants are also easily accessible, making it a convenient place to live.