306 5131 Brighouse Way, Richmond, BC, MLS^® R3036536

Welcome to 306 5131 Brighouse Way, a beautiful home in the heart of Richmond, BC

As we step into this lovely community, I'd like to start by highlighting the excellent schools in the area. The property is serviced by Samuel Brighouse Elementary School, a highly-rated institution with a 6.5/10 rating. You'll be pleased to know that the school is just 0.97 km away from this stunning home, making it an ideal choice for families. Additionally, Richmond Secondary School, with a No Rating, is located 1.72 km from the property, offering a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities for your children.

As we explore the neighborhood, I'd like to share some insights on the local crime statistics. According to the freshest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), the overall crime rate near 306 5131 Brighouse Way is 7,826.57, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. This suggests that the area is generally safe, providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

The neighborhood has seen a -3.39% year-over-year decrease in crime rates, indicating a downward trend in criminal activity. However, it's essential to note that the drug crime rate in the area is High, with a rating of 2,081.96. This is a concern, but it's worth mentioning that the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is 19.46%, suggesting some improvement.

When it comes to property crimes, the neighborhood is Average, with a property misconduct rating of 3,238.66. There were 6,997 property-related incidents in the area in 2020, but the year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is -14.19%, indicating a decrease in property-related crimes.

The violent crime rate in the area is Low, with 919.25 incidents per 100,000 population. This is reassuring, especially for families with children. The year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is 0.06%, suggesting stability in this area.

Now, let's talk about the local transportation options. The closest Bus station is Westbound River Rd @ 6100 Block, which is just 0.17 km away from this property with MLS^® R3036536.

As we delve into the demographics of the area, I'd like to highlight that 33.8% of the population in this neighborhood has a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. However, 13% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in the area is $36,759, which is Low compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $18,514, also Low compared to the BC average. Additionally, 55% of households in the area have a mortgage, which is Below Average.

The unemployment rate in the area is 8.8%, which is Average compared to other province neighborhoods. However, the population change between 2011 and 2016 was 37.3%, which is High compared to average growth rates in the region.

The population density in the area is 4066.2 people per square kilometer, which is High. The average size of families in the area is 2.6, which is Low compared to the whole region. The percentage of families with children is 54.5%, which is Below Average. The percentage of married or living common law is 55.7%, also Below Average.

The average age of the population in the area is 42.9, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in the area is $711,643, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

In terms of housing costs, the average owner payments are Above Average, with owners spending $1,392 on average for their dwellings. Tenants, on the other hand, are paying $1,363, which is High compared to other cities.

The percentage of renters in the area is 43.9%, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas. The percentage of English and French speakers is 2.9%, which is Low, with 79.7% of speakers only speaking English and Below Average. The percentage of French speakers is 0%, which is Low, and the percentage of neither English nor French speakers is 17.4%, which is High.

Finally, the percentage of people using public transport in the area is 27.6%, which is High, while 57.9% of people use cars, which is Low. 0.9% of people use bicycles, which is Average, and 13.1% of people walk, which is High.

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