1206 5883 Barker Ave, Burnaby, BC, MLS^® R3073150

Welcome to 1206 5883 Barker Avenue, a beautiful home located in the heart of Burnaby, BC, and listed with MLS^® R3073150. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to guide you through this fantastic community, highlighting its top-notch amenities, excellent schools, and desirable location.

Exceptional Education

When it comes to education, this neighborhood truly shines. Chaffey-Burke Elementary School, located just 0.53 km from this home, boasts an impressive rating of 7.2/10. Families love this area because of its highly rated schools, and I'm confident you will too. In addition to Chaffey-Burke Elementary, Burnaby South Secondary School is also nearby, with a rating of No Rating and situated 2.59 km from this property.

For those seeking alternative educational options, St. Mary's School, an independent elementary school, is a mere 1.73 km away, with a stellar rating of 9.4/10. Deer Lake School, another independent secondary school, is 2.34 km from this home, with a No Rating.

Safe and Thriving Community

Burnaby is known for its low crime rate, and this neighborhood is no exception. According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, there were 15,851 incidents in this area, with an overall crime rate of 6,145.56, which is considered Below Average compared to other Canadian cities. The year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a remarkable -11.13%.

When it comes to specific crime types, drug-related offenses are also Below Average, with a rating of 126.78 and 327 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in this category is a modest 2.35%. Property crimes, on the other hand, are Average, with a rating of 3,691.76 and 9,522 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in this category is a notable -17.54%.

Violent crimes are an even rarer occurrence, with a Low rate of 893.28 and 2,304 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in this category is a slight -5.51%.

Convenient Location

This home's location is perfectly situated, with the Northbound Patterson Ave @ Kingsway bus station just 0.08 km away. Whether you're commuting to work, school, or running errands, you'll appreciate the ease of transportation.

Thriving Neighborhood

This neighborhood is a vibrant and diverse community, with a population that's both educated and engaged. According to the latest data, 41.1% of residents hold a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 8.3% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

Affordable and Accessible

The median household income in this area is $47,531, which is Low compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $23,644, also Low compared to the BC average. However, 38.9% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is Low compared to other neighborhoods.

Unemployment and Growth

The unemployment rate in this area is 8.7%, which is Average compared to other province neighborhoods. The population change between 2011 and 2016 was 0.5%, which is Average compared to the average growth rate of this region.

Lifestyle and Amenities

This home is located in the heart of Metrotown, a bustling neighborhood with a high population density of 13,933.5 people per square kilometer. The average family size is 2.6, which is Low compared to the whole region. However, 56.1% of families in this area have children, which is Average.

The average age of the population is 40.9, which is Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $523,380, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia.

Transportation and Commuting

Public transportation is a popular choice in this area, with 49.3% of residents using buses, trains, or other forms of public transport. Cars are also widely used, with 39.3% of residents relying on them for transportation. However, 9.1% of residents prefer to walk, which is Above Average.

Renting and Ownership

A notable 66.4% of the population in this area are renters, which is High compared to other BC cities. The average owner payments are Below Average, with owners spending $1,037 on average for their dwelling. Tenants, on the other hand, pay an average of $1,255, which is Above