26 2689 Parkway Dr, Surrey, BC, MLS^® R3058715

Welcome to the beautiful community of Surrey, British Columbia, where the charm of the Pacific Northwest meets the convenience of modern living. I'm your trusted realtor, and I'm excited to take you on a tour of this stunning property located at 26 2689 Parkway Drive, Surrey, BC, MLS^® R3058715.

As we walk through the neighborhood, you'll notice that the property is serviced by the highly-rated Jessie Lee Elementary School, with a rating of 4.8/10. This school is just a 1.25 km stroll from our listing, making it an ideal choice for families with young children.

Just down the road, you'll find Semiahmoo Secondary School, with a rating of No Rating. This school is approximately 2.16 km from our property, providing students with a convenient and accessible learning environment.

For parents looking for alternative education options, the closest Elementary independent school is Star of the Sea School, with a rating of 8.9/10. This school is a mere 0.88 km from our listing, making it an attractive choice for families seeking a more personalized learning experience.

The closest Secondary independent school is White Rock Christian Academy, with a rating of 8.6/10. This school is just 0.9 km from our property, offering students a unique and engaging education experience.

Now, let's talk about the safety of the neighborhood. According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), our neighborhood has an overall crime rate of 7,512.73, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. The year-over-year change in the total crime rate is -12.05%, indicating a positive trend in crime reduction.

Breaking down the crime statistics, we see that the drug crime rate is Above Average, with a rating of 390.7. However, the property crime rate is Average, with a rating of 3,746.17. The violent crime rate is also Below Average, with a rating of 1,310.25.

As we explore the neighborhood, you'll notice the proximity to public transportation. The closest bus station is Northbound 152 St @ King George Blvd, just 0.27 km away from our listing.

Now, let's look at the demographics of the neighborhood. According to the latest data, 24.9% of the population holds a university certificate or degree, which is Above Average in comparison to other BC neighborhoods. Conversely, 12.1% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

The median household income is $72,474, which is Average in comparison to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $37,069, which is Above Average in comparison to the BC average. Notably, 55.1% of households in the neighborhood own their homes, which is Below Average.

In terms of employment, the unemployment rate in the area is 6.4%, which is Below Average in comparison to other province neighborhoods.

As we look at the growth rate of the neighborhood, we see that the population change between 2011 and 2016 was 1.2%, which is Average in comparison to the average growth rate of the region.

The population density per square kilometer is 2,587.8, which is Above Average. The average size of families in the area is 2.7, which is Below Average. The percent of families with children is 54.2%, which is Below Average. The percent of married or living common law is 58.4%, which is Average.

The average age of the population is 46.7, which is High in comparison to other BC cities.

In terms of real estate, the average value of dwellings in the neighborhood is $571,762, which is Above Average comparing to other areas in British Columbia.

The average owner payments are Average in the area, with owners spending $1,288 on average for the dwelling. Tenants are paying $1,367 in this district, which is High comparing to other cities.

Lastly, 20.7% of the population in the district are renters, which is Average comparing to other BC cities and areas. The percent of English and French speakers is 8.3%, which is Average. The percent of English speakers only is 90.2%, which is Average. The percent of neither English nor French speakers is 1.7%, which is Above Average.

In terms of transportation, 12.7% of the population uses public transport, which is Average. 79.8% of the population uses cars, which is Below Average. 0.7% of the population uses bicycles, which is Below Average. 6.8% of the population walks, which is Above Average.

I hope this tour of the neighborhood has given you a sense of the charm and convenience of