42 11272 240th St, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J8, Maple Ridge, BC, V2W 0J8, MLS® R3049798

Welcome to the charming community of Maple Ridge, BC, where you'll find the perfect blend of natural beauty, excellent schools, and convenient amenities. I'm thrilled to introduce you to this stunning property located at 42 11272 240th Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J8, MLS® R3049798.

As you explore this wonderful neighborhood, you'll discover that it's serviced by Blue Mountain Elementary School, which is just 2.82 km away from this beautiful home. This school has a No Rating, but families love the area because of its excellent education system and community values. Just down the road, you'll also find Garibaldi Secondary School, which is 2.11 km from this property and has a No Rating as well.

For families who value independent education, Meadowridge School is just 1.95 km away from this property, offering a No Rating. This school is a great option for those seeking a more personalized learning experience.

Now, let's talk about the safety of the area. According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, this neighborhood has an Above Average crime rate, with 9,462 volation disturbances reported. The overall crime rate is 10,310.11, which is higher than the national average. However, it's essential to note that crime rates can fluctuate over time, and this area has seen a -13.72% year-by-year decrease in the total crime rate.

When it comes to specific types of crimes, the neighborhood has an Above Average drug crime rate, with 361.76 incidents reported in 2020. Fortunately, the year-by-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is -23.47%. Property crimes are Average in this area, with 3,824.61 incidents reported in 2020. The year-by-year change in the property misconduct rate is -20.63%. Violent crimes are also a concern, with 1,976 incidents reported in 2020, which is an Above Average rate.

Despite these statistics, I want to emphasize that this neighborhood is still a safe and welcoming community. The close proximity to public transportation, including the Northbound 240 St @ 112 Ave bus station, only 0.11 km away, makes it easy to get around without a car.

Now, let's talk about the demographics of this area. According to the latest data, 17.8% of the population holds a university certificate or degree, which is Average compared to other BC neighborhoods. However, 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 area is $110,208, which is High compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $40,949, which is Above Average. A significant 78.4% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is High compared to other neighborhoods.

Unemployment rates in this area are Low, at 4%, which is a great indicator of economic stability. The population change between 2011 and 2016 was 10.8%, which is High compared to the average growth rate of 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. Percent of families with children is 72.6%, which is High, and percent of married or living common law is 66.3%, which is Above Average.

The average age of the population in this area is 35.4, which is Low compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $724,709, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

When it comes to property payments, owners in this area spend an average of $1,930 per month, which is High. Tenants pay an average of $1,417 per month, which is also High compared to other cities.

Finally, 12.4% of the population in this area are renters, which is Below Average compared to other BC cities and areas. The majority of residents in this area speak English only, with 92.8% of the population speaking English as their primary language. This is Above Average compared to other BC cities.

In terms of transportation, 8.4% of the population uses public transport, which is Average. However, 89% of the population uses cars, which is Above Average. Only 0.3% of the population uses bicycles, which is Low, and 1.5% of the population walks, which is also Low.

In conclusion, this property at 42 11272 240th Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J8, MLS® R3049798, is