916 7988 Ackroyd Rd, Richmond, BC, MLS® R2914528

Welcome to a beautiful home for sale in Richmond, BC, located at 916 7988 Ackroyd Road, with the MLS listing number R2914528. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to guide you through this exceptional property and its surroundings.

Let's start with the schools that serve this area. The property is conveniently located near Samuel Brighouse Elementary School, which boasts a 6.5/10 rating. This school is just 1.15 km away, making it easily accessible for kids and parents alike. As a family-friendly neighborhood, families love this area because of its proximity to quality education.

In addition to Samuel Brighouse Elementary, this home is also serviced by Richmond Secondary School, which is approximately 1.23 km away. While the rating for Richmond Secondary School is not publicly available, rest assured that this neighborhood is well-equipped to support the educational needs of families.

For those seeking an independent school education, Pythagoras Academy is the closest elementary school, located 1.29 km from this home. City Vancouver Academy, on the other hand, is the nearest secondary independent school, situated 1.52 km away.

Now, let's take a closer look at the crime statistics in this neighborhood. According to the latest data from Statistics Canada (2020), there were 16,909 reported disturbances in this area. The overall crime rate near 916 7988 Ackroyd Road, Richmond, BC is 7,826.57 incidents per 100,000 population, which is considered Average compared to other Canadian cities. It's reassuring to know that this neighborhood offers a relatively safe and secure environment for residents.

Regarding drug-related crimes, the rating for this area is High, with 4,498 reported incidents in 2020. However, it's essential to note that the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is 19.46%, indicating a slight improvement in this area.

Property crimes in the neighborhood surrounding this home are considered Average, with 6,997 reported incidents in 2020. The property misconduct rating is 3,238.66, and the year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is -14.19%. This indicates a decrease in property-related crimes, making this neighborhood an attractive option for homeowners.

In terms of violent crimes, the rate in this area is Low at 919.25 incidents per 100,000 population. The year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is 0.06%, suggesting a stable and safe environment.

As for public transportation, the closest bus station is Northbound No. 3 Rd @ Ackroyd Rd, located just 0.08 km away from this listing with MLS number R2914528. This convenient access to public transportation makes it easy for residents to commute to work, school, or other destinations.

Now, let's take a look at the demographics of this neighborhood. With 33.8% of the population holding a university certificate or degree, this area is considered High in terms of educational attainment compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 13% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to the average in BC.

In terms of income, the median household income near this home is $36,759, which is Low compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is also $18,514, which is similarly Low compared to the BC average. However, 55% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is Below Average.

The unemployment rate in this area is 8.8%, which is Average compared to other province neighborhoods. Population growth in this community has been significant, with a 37.3% increase between 2011 and 2016, which is High compared to average growth rates in this region.

This neighborhood has a high population density, with 4,066.2 people per square kilometer, making it a vibrant and lively community. The average size of families in this area is 2.6, which is Low compared to the whole region. On the other hand, 54.5% of families in this neighborhood have children, which is Below Average. The percentage of married or living common law couples is 55.7%, also Below Average.

In terms of age, the average age of the population in this area is 42.9, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities.

The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $711,643, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. Owner payments are also Above Average in this area, with an average of $1,392 spent on dwellings. Tenants, however, are paying $1,363, which is High compared to other cities.

Interestingly, 43.9% of the population in this district is comprised of renters, which is Above Average compared to other