215 20286 72b Ave, Langley, BC, MLS^® R3000342

Welcome to the vibrant community of Willoughby Heights in Langley, BC, where you'll find 215 20286 72b Avenue, a beautiful property with MLS^® R3000342. As we explore this charming neighborhood, let's start with the local schools.

The area is serviced by Willoughby Elementary School, which is a 1.7 km walk or a short drive from the property. This school has a rating of 6.6/10, making it a great option for families. In addition to Willoughby Elementary, there are also two independent schools nearby: Fraser Valley Elementary School, with a rating of 6.3/10, located 1.11 km from the property, and King's School, with a rating of 7.3/10, located 3.05 km away.

Now, let's talk about the safety of the neighborhood. According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, there were 10,154 violent disturbances in this area, resulting in a crime rate of 7,580.38. This is considered Average compared to other Canadian cities. In terms of year-over-year change, the total crime rate has decreased by 11.06%.

In terms of specific types of crime, the rate of drug-related offenses is Average, with 326 incidents reported in 2020. The year-over-year change in this category is -2.38%. Property crimes are also present in the area, with a rating of 4,065.67, indicating Above Average levels. However, the year-over-year change in this category is -19.88%. Lastly, violent crimes are below average, with a rate of 1,086.96 and a year-over-year change of -6.24%.

As we explore the community, you'll find convenient access to public transportation. The closest bus station, Westbound 72 Ave @ 202B St, is just 0.21 km away from the property with MLS^® R3000342.

Now, let's dive into the demographics of the area. The neighborhood has a high percentage of residents with university certificates or degrees, at 24.2%, which is Above Average compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 12% of the population lives in the area without a certificate or degree, which is considered Low compared to the BC average.

In terms of income, the median household income is $93,216, which is Above Average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $34,395, which is Average compared to the BC average. Furthermore, 78.9% of households in the area have a mortgage, which is considered High.

Unemployment rates are also favorable, at 5.9%, which is Below Average compared to other province neighborhoods.

As we explore the growth of the area, you'll find that the population has increased by 16.3% between 2011 and 2016, which is High compared to the average growth rate of the region.

In terms of housing, the property with MLS^® R3000342 is located in a community with an average dwelling value of $794,777, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. Owners in the area are paying an average of $1,882 for their dwellings, which is High, while tenants are paying $1,545, also High compared to other cities.

The area has a mix of renters and homeowners, with 21.9% of the population renting, which is Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

As we conclude our tour of the community, we'll note that the area has a diverse linguistic profile, with 5.1% of the population speaking French, 0.1% speaking French only, and 3.4% speaking neither English nor French. In contrast, 91.3% of the population speaks English only.

In terms of transportation, 6.5% of the population uses public transportation, 90.6% uses cars, 0.4% uses bicycles, and 1.4% walks.

Welcome to the vibrant community of Willoughby Heights in Langley, BC, where you'll find 215 20286 72b Avenue, a beautiful property with MLS^® R3000342.