1936 Prairie Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, MLS^® R3067069

Welcome to 1936 Prairie Avenue, a stunning home located in the heart of Port Coquitlam, BC. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to guide you through the neighborhood and share the unique features that make this area so special.

Education is a top priority for families, and you'll be happy to know that the closest elementary school, Hope Lutheran Christian School, is just a short 0.22 km stroll from your front door. This highly-rated school boasts a 7.9/10 rating and offers a nurturing environment for your little ones to thrive.

For secondary education, Hope Lutheran Christian School is also the closest option, with the same impressive rating and proximity to your home. This school's commitment to academic excellence and character development makes it an excellent choice for families in the area.

Let's take a look at the crime statistics in the neighborhood surrounding 1936 Prairie Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC (MLS^® R3067069). According to the latest data from Statistics Canada (2020), there were 4,262 reported disturbances in the area. The overall crime rate is 6,710.97, which falls into the "Average" category when compared to other Canadian cities. Year-over-year, the crime rate has decreased by 4.92%, indicating a steady improvement in public safety.

Breaking down the crime statistics further, we see that property crimes in the area are Average, with a rating of 3,157.08 and 2,005 incidents in 2020. The property misconduct rate has decreased by 12.28% over the past year.

On the other hand, violent crime rates in the neighborhood are Below Average, with 1,110.10 incidents in 2020. This is a testament to the area's strong community and low crime rates.

Getting around the neighborhood is convenient, with the closest bus station, Eastbound Prairie Ave @ Oxford St, just 0.1 km away from 1936 Prairie Avenue (MLS^® R3067069). This makes it easy to commute to work, school, or other destinations in the area.

Now, let's take a look at the demographics of the neighborhood. Approximately 21.8% of residents in the area have a university certificate or degree, which is Average when compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 16% of the population in the area have no certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to the province as a whole.

In terms of income, the median household income in the neighborhood surrounding 1936 Prairie Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC (MLS^® R3067069) is $66,125, which is Average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income in the area is $32,416, also Average compared to the province.

Interestingly, 70.4% of households in the area have a mortgage, which is High compared to other neighborhoods. The unemployment rate in the area is 5.5%, which is Low compared to other provinces.

The neighborhood surrounding 1936 Prairie Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC (MLS^® R3067069) has experienced Above Average growth, with a population increase of 6.5% between 2011 and 2016.

In terms of population density, the area has 3,357.1 people per square kilometer, which is Above Average compared to other neighborhoods.

The average family size in the area is 2.9, which is Average compared to the region. However, 67% of families in the area have children, which is Above Average. On the other hand, 53.2% of residents are married or living common law, which is Below Average.

The average age of the population in the area is 40, which is Below Average compared to other BC cities.

When it comes to real estate, the average value of dwellings in the neighborhood surrounding 1936 Prairie Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC (MLS^® R3067069) is $589,548, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

In terms of housing costs, owners in the area pay an average of $1,432 per month for their dwellings, which is Above Average. Tenants in the area pay an average of $993 per month, which is Average compared to other cities.

Interestingly, 34.1% of residents in the area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Finally, 5.7% of the population in the area speaks both English and French, which is Below Average. However, 90.4% of residents speak only English, which is Average.

As for transportation, 17% of residents in the area use public transport, which is Above Average. On the other hand, 75% of residents use cars, which is Below Average. Only 0.8% of residents