230 32095 Hillcrest Ave, Abbotsford, BC, MLS® R3046517

Welcome to 230 32095 Hillcrest Avenue, a beautiful home located in the heart of Abbotsford, BC V2T 1S3, MLS® R3046517.

As we walk through this charming community, I'm excited to share with you the many wonderful amenities and features that make this area so special.

Education

Our home, 230 32095 Hillcrest Avenue, is serviced by the highly-rated Dormick Park Elementary School, located just 0.48 km away. With a rating of 5.8/10, this school is a popular choice among families in Abbotsford. We're also close to Abbotsford Senior Secondary School, which has a rating of No Rating and is located 2.55 km from our home. For those seeking a different educational experience, St. James Independent School is just 1.92 km away, with a rating of 7.7/10, and St. John Brebeuf Secondary Independent School is 1.91 km away, with a rating of No Rating.

Crime

According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), our neighbourhood has a crime rate of 5,513.02, which is Below Average compared to other Canadian cities. With a rate of 8,915 volation disturbances, this area is considered safe and peaceful. In fact, the year-by-year change in the total crime rate is -14.54%, indicating a decrease in crime over time. Additionally, the drug crime rate is Low, with a rating of 91.52, and the property crime rate is Average, with a rating of 3,290.50.

Demographics

This neighbourhood is home to a diverse population, with 13.1% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to other BC neighbourhoods. However, 24.7% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Above Average compared to the average in BC. The median household income is $41,891, which is Low compared to the British Columbia average, and the median personal income is $25,616, also Low compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 53.8% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is Below Average.

Transit

As for transportation, our home is conveniently located near the Clearbrook at Pineview (NB) bus station, just 0.18 km away. This provides easy access to public transportation and makes commuting a breeze.

Lifestyle Amenities

Our neighbourhood is surrounded by beautiful parks, beaches, and trails, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. We're also close to shopping malls, grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops, ensuring that you have everything you need within reach.

Real Estate Context

As for the real estate market, the average value of dwellings in this area is $228,619, which is Below Average compared to other areas in British Columbia. However, the average owner payments are Low, with owners spending an average of $850 per month, and tenants paying $910 per month, also below average.

Additional Information

I'd like to highlight a few more interesting facts about our neighbourhood:

• The population change between 2011 and 2016 was 6.7%, which is Above Average compared to average growth rates in this region.
• The population density per square kilometre is 2,468.3, which is Above Average.
• The average size of families in this area is 2.5, which is Low compared to the whole region.
• The percent of families with children is 46.9%, which is Low, and the percent of married or living common law is around 46.5%, also Low.
• The average age of the population is 49.3, which is High compared to other BC cities.
• 40.5% of the population in this area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.
• The percent of English and French speakers is 4.5%, which is Below Average, and the percent of English speakers only is 92.4%, which is Above Average.
• 5% of the population in this area use public transport, which is Below Average, 82.8% use cars, which is Average, 1.2% use bicycles, which is Average, and 9.1% walk, which is Above Average.

I hope this gives you a better sense of what it's like to live in this beautiful neighbourhood. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a viewing, please don't hesitate to contact me.