603 9180 Hemlock Dr, Richmond, BC, MLS® R3041648

As we walk through this beautiful community, I'm excited to share with you the many amenities and features that make this area so special. Let's start with the schools.

Your children will thrive in the Richmond School District, with Henry Anderson Elementary School just a 0.5 km walk from our property. This school boasts a rating of 6.9/10, and its proximity to home makes it the perfect choice for families. We also have A.R. MacNeill Secondary School nearby, with a rating of No Rating, located 0.78 km from our property. For those seeking independent education options, Pythagoras Academy (No Rating) is just 1.55 km away, and City Vancouver Academy (No Rating) is 1.7 km from our property.

Let's talk about safety. According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, our neighbourhood has an average crime rate of 7,826.57, which is comparable to other Canadian cities. However, it's essential to note that crime rates can fluctuate over time. Fortunately, our area has seen a -3.39% decrease in total crime rate year-over-year. While drug crime rates are higher (2,081.96), property crimes are average (3,238.66), and violent crimes are low (919.25).

Richmond is renowned for its excellent quality of life, and our property is no exception. Just down the road, you'll find Southbound Garden City Rd @ Ferndale Rd bus station, only 0.1 km away from our listing (MLS R3041648). With a 39.3% university certificate/degree holder population, our neighbourhood is a hub of education and opportunity. The median household income is $58,829, which is below average in BC, but our neighbourhood boasts an above-average 68.5% of households with a mortgage. Unemployment rates are low at 5.1%, making it an attractive choice for professionals and families alike.

Our community is growing, with a 12.6% population increase between 2011 and 2016, which is higher than the average growth rate of the region. The average family size is 2.8, which is below average, but the percentage of families with children (68.8%) is above average. With a median age of 37.9, our area is young and vibrant, with a mix of families and professionals.

The average value of dwellings in our neighbourhood is $737,093, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia. Average owner payments are above average, with $1,473 spent on the dwelling. Tenants pay $1,558 on average, which is also high. However, only 17.2% of the population are renters, making our area a desirable choice for homebuyers.

While English and French speakers make up 3.3% of our population, English speakers only account for 81.8%, which is below average. Neither English nor French speakers comprise 14.8% of our population, which is high compared to other BC cities. Most residents use cars (75.5%), while Download Show more Hide original text.