508 10 Renaissance Square, New Westminster, BC, MLS® R3038745

As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to share with you the many charms of this neighborhood, located just steps from the Quay. Let's start with the schools – a top priority for many families.

The property, listed as MLS® R3038745, is conveniently located 1.71 km from École Qayqot Elementary, which boasts a rating of 7.2/10. Just down the road, you'll find Urban Academy, a highly-rated independent elementary school with a rating of 8.9/10, located just 1.64 km from this home. For secondary education, Purpose Independent Secondary School is a short 1.05 km away, with no rating available.

According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an average crime rate compared to other Canadian cities, with 6,761.11 incidents per 100,000 population. The good news is that the rate has decreased by 10.42% year-over-year. Let's take a closer look at the specific crime rates:

• Drug crime rate: Below Average, with a rating of 134.4 and 111 incidents in 2020, showing a decrease of 5.34% year-over-year.
• Property crimes: Average, with a rating of 3,807.97 and 3,145 incidents in 2020, showing a decrease of 11.79% year-over-year.
• Violent crimes: Average, with a rating of 1,383.94 and 1,143 incidents in 2020, showing a decrease of 5.91% year-over-year.

This neighborhood is a popular choice for families and professionals alike. With 32.7% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, it's Above Average in comparison to other BC neighborhoods. Additionally, 8.2% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

Let's explore the lifestyle amenities in this neighborhood:

• The closest Bus station is Northbound Renaissance Square @ Quayside Dr, just 0.06 km away from this listing with MLS® R3038745.
• The average household income is $68,312, which is Average compared to other BC neighborhoods.
• The median personal income is $38,773, which is Above Average in comparison to the BC average.
• 65.2% of households have a mortgage, which is Above Average.
• The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is Low compared to other province neighborhoods.

This property is located in a growing community with a population change of 1% between 2011 and 2016, which is Average in comparison to the region. The average size of families in this area is 2.4, which is Low compared to the whole region. Additionally, 41.9% of families have children, which is Low, and 53.2% of residents are married or living common law, which is Below Average.

This neighborhood offers easy access to public transportation, with 39.4% of the population using Public Transport, which is High. Additionally, 53% of residents use Cars, which is Low, and 0.7% use Bicycles, which is Below Average. 5.1% of the population walks, which is Average.

As a local realtor, I can attest that this neighborhood offers a great balance of amenities, safety, and affordability. The average value of dwellings in this area is $408,333, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia. With 35.5% of the population renting, it's Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

This neighborhood offers a unique blend of urban convenience and small-town charm. With its proximity to the Quay, parks, beaches, and amenities, it's an ideal choice for families, professionals, and anyone looking for a vibrant community to call home.

Contact me today to schedule a viewing and experience the best of New Westminster, BC, MLS® R3038745.