11502 River Rd, Surrey, BC, MLS^® R3026756

Welcome to 11502 River Road, a beautiful property nestled in the heart of Surrey, BC. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to share with you the charm and character of this lovely home, along with the surrounding community.

Let's start with the schools, shall we? This property is conveniently located near Royal Heights Elementary School, which is just a short 0.57 km away. Royal Heights Elementary School has a rating of No Rating, but what families appreciate about this school is its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Just down the road, you'll also find L A Matheson Secondary School, which is a short 1.7 km from this home. While it also has a rating of No Rating, parents love this school for its strong academic programs and extracurricular activities.

If you're looking for a more independent school option, the closest elementary school is Khalsa School (Surrey), which is a 2.19 km drive from this home. With a No Rating, Khalsa School is known for its focus on spiritual growth and community service. For secondary school students, Purpose Independent Secondary School is the closest option, located a 2.15 km drive from this home. With a No Rating, Purpose Independent Secondary School is a popular choice among families who value its flexible learning approach and personalized support.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an overall crime rate of 7,512.73, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. While there were 44,976 incidents reported in this area, the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a positive -12.05%. In terms of specific crime types, the neighborhood has an Above Average rate of drug crimes, with a rating of 390.7 and 2,339 incidents reported in 2020. However, the property crimes in this area are Average, with a rating of 3,746.17 and 22,427 incidents reported in 2020.

When it comes to transportation, you'll find the Eastbound River Rd @ Millar Rd bus station just a 0.21 km drive from this property. This is a convenient option for commuters who need to get to work or school quickly.

Now, let's take a look at the demographics of this neighborhood. With 16.2% of the population holding a university certificate or degree, this area is Average compared to other BC neighborhoods. However, 24% of the population in this area has no certificate or degree, which is Above Average compared to the average in BC.

In terms of income, the median household income in this area is $76,325, which is Above Average compared to the BC average. Meanwhile, the median personal income is $27,880, which is Below Average compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 73.3% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is High compared to other areas.

Unemployment rates in this area are Average, at 7.5%. However, the population growth in this area between 2011 and 2016 was 5%, which is Above Average compared to the region.

This neighborhood is also characterized by a high population density, with 3,776.8 people per square kilometer. The average size of families in this area is 3.1, which is Above Average compared to the whole region. Furthermore, 72.7% of families in this area have children, which is High compared to other areas.

Demographically, the average age of the population in this area is 38.1, which is Below Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this area is $807,701, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

In terms of housing costs, the average owner payments in this area are High, at $1,784 per month. Meanwhile, tenants in this area are paying an Average $971 per month. Interestingly, 38.8% of the population in this area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Finally, let's take a look at the languages spoken in this area. While 3.5% of the population speaks English and French, this is Low compared to other areas. However, 89.8% of the population speaks only English, which is Average. Meanwhile, 0.1% of the population speaks only French, which is Below Average.

As for transportation, 18.1% of the population in this area uses public transport, which is Above Average. Meanwhile, 78.5% of the population uses cars, which is Below Average. Only 0.3% of the population uses bicycles, which is Low. Finally, 2.1% of the population walks, which is Below Average.

In summary,