208 811 Helmcken St, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3084073

Welcome to 208 811 Helmcken Street, a vibrant gem in the heart of Vancouver's Downtown VW neighborhood!

As we explore this exciting property, you'll discover a wealth of amenities and attractions that make it an ideal place to call home. Let's start with the schools, shall we?

Education

Just down the road, you'll find Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School, rated No Rating and located 0.99 km from this home. This fantastic school is part of the Vancouver School District, one of the largest and most respected in the province. Families love this area because of the excellent educational opportunities.

In addition to Lord Strathcona, this property is also serviced by King George Secondary School, rated No Rating and located 1.41 km from the home. King George is a well-regarded secondary school that offers a range of academic and extracurricular programs.

For parents looking for alternative educational options, Anchor Point Montessori, an independent elementary school with a No Rating, is conveniently located just 0.45 km from this home. For secondary school students, Pattison School, an independent secondary school with a No Rating, is an even shorter walk at 0.18 km.

Crime

According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an overall crime rate of 7,470.82, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. While there were 52,217 incidents in the area, the rate per 100,000 population is a telling indicator of safety. With a rate of 7,470.82, this neighborhood is considered Average, with a year-over-year change of -14.94%.

Breaking down the crime statistics further, we see that drug crime rates are Average, with a rating of 229.49 and 1,604 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is a modest 1.58%. Property crimes, on the other hand, are Above Average, with a rating of 5,020.27 and 35,089 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a significant -20.80%.

Violent crime rates are a concern in any neighborhood, but in this area, the rate is Below Average, with 1,311.69 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is a relatively modest 3.53%.

Transit

Getting around Vancouver is a breeze with the convenient Southbound Howe St @ Nelson St bus station just 0.09 km away from this listing with MLS^® R3084073. With regular bus services and easy access to major highways, commuting to work or school is a snap.

Demographics

This neighborhood is a vibrant and diverse community, with 52% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 5.5% of the population in this area have no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in this area is $62,771, which is Below Average compared to the British Columbia average. However, the median personal income is $41,842, which is Above Average in comparison to the BC average. Interestingly, 73.7% of households in this area are mortgaged, which is High compared to other neighborhoods.

Unemployment and Population Growth

The unemployment rate in this area is a low 4.3%, which is Low compared to other province neighborhoods. In terms of population growth, this neighborhood has experienced a High rate of change between 2011 and 2016, with a growth rate of 21.5%. This is impressive compared to the average growth rate in this region.

Housing and Transportation

The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is a staggering $651,930, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. With average owner payments of $1,621 and tenants paying $1,478, this area is considered High in terms of housing costs.

Interestingly, 58% of the population in this area are renters, which is High compared to other BC cities and areas. When it comes to transportation, 22% of the population use public transport, which is Above Average. Meanwhile, 28% of the population use cars, which is Low, and 2% use bicycles, which is Above Average. Walking is a popular mode of transportation in this area, with 45.8% of the population using this method.

Language and Culture

In terms of language, this area is a melting pot of cultures, with 11.4% of the population speaking English and French, which is Above Average. However, 86.8% of the population speak English only, which is Below Average. Meanwhile, 0.