124 7506 199a St, Langley, BC, MLS^® R3072499

Welcome to the charming Willoughby Heights neighborhood in Langley, BC! As we step into this vibrant community, you'll find the perfect blend of convenience, amenities, and natural beauty. Let's start our tour with the schools that make this area a top choice for families.

Just a short 1.84 km from our featured listing, 124 7506 199a Street, Langley, BC (MLS^® R3072499), you'll find Willoughby Elementary School. With a rating of 6.6/10, this school is a great starting point for young minds. And if you're looking for an independent school option, Fraser Valley Elementary School is just 1.8 km away, boasting a 6.3/10 rating. For secondary education, King's School is a short 3.63 km away, with a impressive 7.3/10 rating.

Now, let's talk about the safety of this neighborhood. According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), the area around 124 7506 199a Street, Langley, BC boasts an average crime rate of 7,580.38 incidents per 100,000 population. This is a typical urban rate, providing peace of mind for residents. You'll also be pleased to know that the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a noteworthy -11.06%.

When it comes to specific types of crime, the area around 124 7506 199a Street, Langley, BC has an average drug crime rate, with 243.37 incidents per 100,000 population. This is comparable to other neighborhoods in the area. The year-over-year change in the illegal substances offences rate is a respectable -2.38%.

Property crimes in the area are slightly above average, with a rating of 4,065.67 incidents per 100,000 population. However, the year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a positive -19.88%. Lastly, the violent crime rate in the area is below average, with 1,086.96 incidents per 100,000 population. This is a reassuring statistic for residents.

As we continue our tour, you'll notice the convenient public transportation options in the area. The closest bus station, Southbound 200 St @ 7500 Block, is just 0.13 km away from our featured listing, MLS^® R3072499.

Now, let's talk about the demographics of this neighborhood. According to the latest data, 23.1% of the population in this area holds a university certificate or degree, which is above average compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 15.7% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is below average.

In terms of income, the median household income in this area is a respectable $113,075, which is high compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is also above average, standing at $39282. Furthermore, a high percentage of households in this area have a mortgage, with 82.3% of households owning their homes.

Unemployment rates in the area are also low, with a rate of 4.1%, which is lower compared to other province neighborhoods. This is a great indicator of the local economy's health.

As we explore the community further, you'll notice that the population change between 2011 and 2016 was a significant 18.9%, which is high compared to average growth rates in the region. The population density per square kilometer in this area is average, standing at 1535.5 people per sq.km.

Family dynamics are also worth noting. The average size of families in this area is 3.2, which is high compared to the whole region. Additionally, 72.5% of families in this area have children, and 66.7% are married or living common law, both of which are high numbers.

Lastly, the average age of the population in this area is a relatively young 34.4, which is low compared to other BC cities.

In terms of real estate, the average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is a high $851,510, which is comparable to other areas in British Columbia. The average owner payments in this area are also high, standing at $2,131. Tenants are paying an average of $1,277, which is above average compared to other cities.

Rounding out our tour, 21.6% of the population in this area are renters, which is an average number compared to other BC cities and areas. The percentage of English and French speakers in this area is below average, standing at 4.7%, while the percentage of English speakers only is above average, at 93.3%. The percentage of neither English nor French speakers is also above average, at