102 Durham St, New Westminster, BC, MLS^® R3061251

Welcome to 102 Durham Street, a charming property nestled in the heart of New Westminster, BC. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to guide you through the community and highlight its many attractions. Let's start with the schools, a top priority for families.

Herbert Spencer Elementary School, with its rating of 6.6/10, is conveniently located just 0.26 km from our property at 102 Durham Street, MLS^® R3061251. This school is a great option for your little ones, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence and a supportive community. Just down the road, you'll also find John Knox Christian School, an independent elementary school with a stellar rating of 9.2/10, located 0.87 km from home.

For secondary education, Vancouver International College is the closest independent school, with a rating of No Rating, located 0.92 km from our property at 102 Durham Street. As a parent, it's reassuring to know that quality education is within reach.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), the area surrounding 102 Durham Street, New Westminster, BC has an overall crime rate of 6,761.11, which is considered Average compared to other Canadian cities. While there were 5,584 reported incidents, the year-by-year change in the total crime rate is a reassuring -10.42%. As for drug-related crimes, the rate is Below Average, with 134.4 incidents reported in 2020. Property crimes are Average, with 3,807.97 incidents reported, and violent crimes are also Average, with 1,143 reported incidents.

The nearby Eastbound 8th Ave @ 2nd St bus station is just 0.18 km away from our property at 102 Durham Street, MLS^® R3061251, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Now, let's dive into the demographics of our community. With 31.3% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, this neighbourhood is Above Average compared to other BC municipalities. Additionally, 11.9% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC. The median household income is $74,176, which is Average in comparison to the British Columbia average. However, the median personal income is $40,096, which is Above Average in comparison to the BC average. A notable 64.2% of households in this community have a mortgage, which is Above Average.

Unemployment rates are Low in our area, with a rate of 4.1%, which is significantly lower than other province neighbourhoods. The population change between 2011 and 2016 was 5.2%, which is Above Average in comparison to average growth rates in the region.

Our community has a population density of 3,705.6 people per square kilometre, which is High compared to other areas. The average family size is 2.9, which is Average in comparison to the whole region. A notable 62.6% of families in our community have children, which is Above Average. However, the percentage of married or living common law individuals is 54.3%, which is Below Average.

The average age of the population is 42.9, which is Above Average in comparison to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in our neighbourhood is $1,003,460, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

Average owner payments are High in our community, with owners spending an average of $1,795 per month. Tenants, on the other hand, are paying an average of $823 per month, Due to the low average, this is Below Average compared to other cities. A notable 41.4% of the population in our community are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities.

The language profile of our community is diverse, with 12.1% of residents speaking both English and French, which is Above Average. However, 86.2% of residents speak only English, which is Below Average. A small 0.1% of residents speak only French, which is Low. Interestingly, 1.6% of residents speak neither English nor French, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities.

When it comes to transportation, 20.6% of residents use public transport, which is Above Average. However, 66.2% of residents use cars, which is Low. A notable 2.2% of residents use bicycles, which is Above Average, and 9.4% of residents walk, which is also Above Average.

In conclusion, 102 Durham Street, New Westminster, BC (MLS^® R3061251) is a fantastic property located in a vibrant community with a strong sense of community. With its