4991 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, MLS^® R3066761

Welcome to 4991 Westminster Highway, a beautiful property located in the heart of Richmond, BC. As a seasoned realtor, I'm excited to take you on a tour of this stunning home and the surrounding community.

Let's start with the schools. James Thompson Elementary School, a highly-rated institution, is just a short 0.68 km from this property. Families love this area because of its excellent educational opportunities, and James Thompson Elementary School is no exception. With a rating of No Rating, this school is a great option for parents looking for a quality education for their children.

If you're looking for independent schools, St. Joseph the Worker School is the closest option, located 3.13 km from this home. This school also has a rating of No Rating. Alternatively, City Vancouver Academy is the closest secondary independent school, located 3.54 km from this property. Both of these schools offer excellent educational options for families in the area.

Now, let's talk about safety. The crime data from Statistics Canada, which covers 2020, shows that this neighbourhood has an average crime rate of 7,826.57, which is typical of urban areas. However, it's worth noting that the rate has decreased by 3.39% year-over-year. In terms of specific crimes, drug crime rates are a concern, with a high rating of 2,081.96. However, the year-over-year change in this area is a positive 19.46%. Property crimes are also a concern, with an average rating of 3,238.66. However, the year-over-year change in this area is a negative 14.19%. Violent crime rates are low, with a rate of 919.25, which is a low rate compared to other BC municipalities.

In terms of demographics, this neighbourhood is a great option for families. With 32.6% of the population holding a university certificate or degree, this area is above average compared to other BC neighbourhoods. Additionally, 12.1% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is a low number compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in this area is $79,360, which is above average compared to the BC average. The median personal income is $25,434, which is low compared to the BC average. The percentage of households with a mortgage is 53.2%, which is below average.

In terms of transportation, the closest bus station is the Westbound Westminster Hwy @ McCallan Rd, which is just 0.04 km away from this property. The unemployment rate in this area is 6%, which is below average compared to other province neighbourhoods.

This property is located in the Riverdale RI area, where the population change between 2011 and 2016 was -8.7%. This is a low growth rate compared to the average growth rate of this region.

The population density per square kilometre in this community is 2,564.3, which is above average. The average size of families in this area is 3.1, which is above average. The percentage of families with children is 72.4%, which is high. The percentage of married or living common law is 59.9%, which is average.

The average age of the population in this area is 40.9, which is average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighbourhood is $2,146,408, which is high compared to other areas in BC. The average owner payments are high in this area, with owners paying an average of $2,249 per month. Tenants are paying an average of $1,444 per month, which is also high compared to other cities.

16.3% of the population in this area are renters, which is below average compared to other BC cities and areas. The percentage of English and French speakers is 4.7%, which is below average. The percentage of English speakers only is 83.1%, which is also below average. The percentage of neither English nor French speakers is 12.2%, which is high compared to other BC cities.

In terms of transportation, 11.7% of the population in this area use public transport, which is average. 81.9% of the population use cars, which is average. 2.3% of the population use bicycles, which is above average. 3.5% of the population walk, which is average.

I hope this tour of the community has given you a sense of what it's like to live in this beautiful area. With its excellent schools, safe neighbourhood, and convenient transportation options, this area is a great option for families and individuals looking to make a home in Richmond, BC.

MLS# R3066761 is the listing number for this property, and I'd be happy to show