304 108 E 8th St, North Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3076062

Welcome to the vibrant community of North Vancouver, where you'll find the perfect blend of natural beauty, amenities, and convenience. Let me take you on a tour of the neighborhood surrounding this beautiful home for sale at 304 108 E 8th Street, North Vancouver, BC (MLS^® R3076062).

As we explore this charming neighborhood, you'll notice that it's home to some exceptional schools. The closest elementary independent school to this property is St. Alcuin College for the Liberal Arts, a highly rated institution with a No Rating, located just 0.14 km from the home at 304 108 E 8th Street, North Vancouver, BC. Just down the road, you'll also find St. Alcuin College for the Liberal Arts, a secondary independent school with a No Rating, also located 0.14 km from the property.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an overall crime rate of 7,462.69, which is considered Average compared to other Canadian cities. However, it's worth noting that the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a positive -4.31%. When it comes to drug crime, the rate is Below Average, with a rating of 157.64, and 94 incidents in 2020. This is a testament to the community's commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

In terms of property crimes, the neighborhood has an Above Average rating of 3,868.86, with 2,307 incidents in 2020. Although this may seem concerning, the year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a relatively small -1.56%. When it comes to violent crimes, the rate is Below Average, with 1,152.10 incidents in 2020. This is a relief for families and individuals who value peace of mind.

Now, let's discuss transportation. Just a short stroll away from this home is the Northbound Lonsdale Ave @ E 8th St bus station, located 0.12 km from the property. This convenient location makes it easy to get around without a car.

As we dive into the demographics of this neighborhood, you'll notice that 38% of the population holds a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. In contrast, 5.7% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC. This suggests that the community values education and personal growth.

In terms of income, the median household income in this neighborhood is $55,050, which is Below Average compared to the British Columbia average. However, the median personal income is $36,720, which is Above Average compared to the BC average. The percentage of households with a mortgage is 54.3%, which is Below Average.

Unemployment rates in this area are Low at 5%, which is a testament to the community's strong economy. As for population growth, the neighborhood has experienced Above Average growth between 2011 and 2016, with a 3.3% increase.

The community surrounding this home at 304 108 E 8th Street, North Vancouver, BC (MLS^® R3076062) is comprised of a diverse population with a High population density per square kilometer (15,864.1). The average family size in this area is 2.4, which is Low compared to the whole region. However, 40.9% of families have children, which is Low, and 47.5% of residents are married or living common law, also Low.

The average age of the population in this neighborhood is 44.2, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this area is $476,098, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia.

As for housing costs, the average owner payments are Average, with $1,200 spent on the dwelling. However, tenants are paying $1,201, which is Above Average compared to other cities. Interestingly, 63.7% of the population in this area are renters, which is High compared to other BC cities and areas.

In terms of language, 9.8% of the population speaks both English and French, which is Above Average. However, 88.8% of the population speaks only English, which is Below Average. The percentage of French speakers is Low at 0.1%, and the percentage of neither English nor French speakers is Average at 1.3%.

Finally, 31.2% of the population in this area uses public transportation, which is High. In contrast, 49% of the population uses cars, which is Low. 2.2% of the population uses bicycles, which is Above Average, and 15.1