6025 Dickens St, Burnaby, BC, MLS® R2848869

Welcome to 6025 Dickens Street, a beautiful property located in the heart of Burnaby, BC, with the MLS listing number R2848869. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to give you a tour of this wonderful community and highlight its many great features.

Let's start with the schools. Windsor Elementary School is just a short 0.61 km from this property, and it's a fantastic school that families love. While it doesn't have a formal rating, its reputation speaks for itself. If you're looking for a secondary school, Burnaby Central Secondary School is also nearby, within a 1.86 km radius.

But that's not all - if you're interested in independent schools, St. Francis de Sales is just 1.03 km from this property, and it boasts an impressive 9/10 rating. For secondary independent school options, Deer Lake School is also within walking distance, although it doesn't have a formal rating.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighbourhood has a below-average crime rate of 6,145.56 incidents per 100,000 population. To put that into perspective, it's significantly lower than the national average. In fact, the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a remarkable -11.13%. When it comes to specific types of crimes, drug-related offenses are also below average, with a rating of 126.78 incidents per 100,000 population.

As for property crimes, this neighbourhood has an average rating of 3,691.76 incidents per 100,000 population. While that might seem high, it's actually a decrease of -17.54% year over year. And when it comes to violent crimes, the rate is a low 893.28 incidents per 100,000 population, which is significantly lower than the provincial average.

Now, let's explore the local amenities. The nearest bus station is just 0.25 km away from this property, making it easy to get around without a car. And if you do need to drive, the property is conveniently located near major highways and roads.

According to the 2020 census data, this neighbourhood has a high percentage of university-educated residents, with 30.5% of the population holding a degree or higher. That's above average compared to other BC neighbourhoods. On the other hand, 14.9% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is actually below average.

In terms of income, the median household income in this area is a respectable $77,141, which is above average compared to the rest of BC. However, the median personal income is slightly lower at $26,667, which is below average.

As for employment, the unemployment rate in this area is a low 4.9%, which is significantly lower than the provincial average. And when it comes to housing, the average value of dwellings in this neighbourhood is a high $1,480,510, which is above average compared to other areas in BC.

But what really sets this neighbourhood apart is its community spirit. With 69.1% of families having children, it's a great place to raise a family. And with an average family size of 3, it's a tight-knit community that truly cares about its residents.

So, if you're looking for a beautiful property in a safe and welcoming community, look no further than 6025 Dickens Street in Burnaby, BC. With its excellent schools, low crime rate, and high percentage of university-educated residents, it's a great place to call home.

As your trusted realtor, I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have about this property or the neighbourhood. And with the MLS listing number R2848869, you can be confident that you're getting the best possible deal.

So why wait? Contact me today to schedule a viewing and make 6025 Dickens Street your dream home.