21 24076 112 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, MLS® R3027625

As we walk through this charming community, you'll notice a strong sense of family-friendly atmosphere, thanks to its excellent schools and safe environment. Let's start with the educational institutions that serve this neighborhood.

Blue Mountain Elementary School is located just 3.03 km from this property, offering a rating of No Rating. This school is a great choice for families, providing a solid foundation for young minds. As you explore the area, you'll find that the proximity to schools is just one of the many reasons families love this community.

Garibaldi Secondary School, another highly-regarded institution, is only 2.28 km away from this home. With its No Rating, it's an excellent option for students looking for a well-rounded education. As a local realtor, I can attest that the quality of education in this area is exceptional, making it an attractive choice for families.

If you're looking for an alternative to public schools, Meadowridge School is the closest independent elementary school, situated 2.22 km from this property. With a No Rating, it's an excellent option for students seeking a unique educational experience.

Now, let's talk about the safety of the area. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an Above Average crime rate, with 9,462 disturbances and a rate of 10,310.11 incidents per 100,000 population. While this may seem concerning, it's essential to note that the overall crime rate has decreased by -13.72% year-over-year.

Breaking down the crime statistics, we see that Drug crime rates are Above Average in this area, with a rating of 361.76 and 332 incidents in 2020. However, it's worth noting that the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is -23.47%.

Property crimes in the neighborhood are Average, with a rating of 3,824.61 and 3,510 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is -20.63%.

Lastly, the violent crime rate in this area is Above Average, with 1,976 incidents in 2020 and a rate of 2,153.12. However, the year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is -6.53%.

As we explore the community, you'll notice that the closest Bus station is Southbound 240 St @ Kanaka Way, located just 0.13 km away from this listing with MLS® R3027625.

Now, let's dive into the demographics of this neighborhood. According to the latest data, 17.8% of the population in this area has a university certificate or degree, which is Average compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 14.6% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to the average in BC.

The Median Household Income in this neighborhood is $110,208, which is High compared to the British Columbia average. The Median Personal Income is $40,949, which is Above Average compared to the BC average. Additionally, 78.4% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is High.

In terms of employment, the Unemployment Rate in this area is 4%, which is Low compared to other province neighborhoods.

As we explore the community, you'll notice that the population change between 2011 and 2016 was 10.8%, which is High compared to average growth rates in this region.

The Population Density per square kilometer in this community is 586.3, which is Average. The Average Size of Families in this area is 3.2, which is High compared to the whole region. Additionally, 72.6% of families in this area have children, which is High.

The Average Age of the Population in this area is 35.4, which is Low compared to other BC cities.

Now, let's talk about the real estate context. The Average Value of Dwellings in this neighborhood is $724,709, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. The Average Owner Payments are High in this area, with owners spending an average of $1,930 per dwelling. Tenants in this area pay an average of $1,417, which is also High.

Lastly, 12.4% of the population in this