303 12238 224 St, Maple Ridge, BC, MLS^® R3076649

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Welcome to 303 12238 224 Street, Maple Ridge, BC, a beautiful property with the MLS number R3076649. As we explore this charming area, let's start with the local schools. Your children will be close to Eric Langton Elementary School, a mere 0.25 km away from this lovely home for sale. With a rating of 5.3/10, families love this school's inclusive environment and dedicated teachers. Plus, it's just a short stroll from home, making it an ideal choice for families.

If you're looking for an independent school option, St. Patrick's School is just a 0.41 km drive from this address, offering a unique education experience. With no rating available, it's certainly worth exploring further. Alternatively, Meadowridge School, a secondary independent school, is a 3.18 km drive from this home, providing a different educational pathway for your child.

Now, let's talk about the local crime statistics. According to the latest data from Statistics Canada (2020), the neighbourhood surrounding 303 12238 224 Street, Maple Ridge, BC has a relatively low crime rate, with 9,462 reported incidents. While this is higher than the average, it's essential to note that the overall crime rate of 10,310.11 per 100,000 population is still Above Average compared to other Canadian cities. Year-over-year, the crime rate has decreased by 13.72%, indicating a downward trend.

To give you a better understanding of the local crime landscape, let's break it down further. The drug crime rate near this property with the MLS number R3076649 is Above Average, with 332 reported incidents in 2020. However, this number has decreased by 23.47% year-over-year, signifying a positive trend. Property crimes in the area are Average, with 3,510 reported incidents in 2020. While the property misconduct rate is 3,824.61, it has decreased by 20.63% year-over-year, showing a decline in property-related crimes.

Violent crime rates, however, are a concern, with 1,976 reported incidents in 2020. This rate is Above Average, with a 2,153.12 rating per 100,000 population. Despite this, the year-over-year change in violent crime rates is a -6.53% decrease, indicating a slight improvement.

Getting around is easy, thanks to the proximity of public transportation. The closest bus station, Southbound 224 St @ 122 Ave, is just 0.09 km away from this property with the MLS number R3076649. This makes commuting convenient and accessible.

Now, let's dive into the demographics of this charming neighbourhood. With 10.2% of the population holding a university certificate or degree, this area is Below Average compared to other BC neighbourhoods. However, 19.6% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Average compared to the BC average.

The median household income near this home is $50,859, which is Below Average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $29,717, also Below Average compared to the BC average. However, 60.4% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is Average.

The unemployment rate in this area is a low 5%, making it an attractive choice for those looking for job opportunities. Population growth in this area between 2011 and 2016 was 2.4%, which is Average compared to the average growth rate of the region.

Population density in this community is 3,583 people per square kilometre, which is Above Average. Family sizes in the area average 2.7, which is Below Average compared to the whole region. However, 54.9% of families in this area have children, which is Average. Married or living common law couples make up 49.2% of the population, which is Below Average.

The average age of the population in this area is 45.6, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighbourhood is $401,452, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia.

Owner payments average $1,160 per month, while tenants pay $925, both of which are Average. However, 40.8% of the population in this area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Language usage in this area is predominantly English, with 92.3% of the population speaking only English, which is Above Average. While 6.7% of the population speaks both English and French, which is Average, 1% speak neither language, also Average.

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