3808 4508 Hazel St, Burnaby, BC, MLS^® R3070414

Welcome to 3808 4508 Hazel Street in the beautiful neighborhood of Burnaby, BC! As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to share with you the highlights of this fantastic community.

First, let's talk about the schools. Chaffey-Burke Elementary School, located just 0.43 km from this property, boasts an impressive rating of 7.2/10. Families love this area because of its excellent education system, and Chaffey-Burke is a shining example of that. Moscrop Secondary School, another top-rated institution, is also within walking distance, at 1.42 km from the property.

If you're interested in independent schools, Deer Lake School is the closest option, with a rating of No Rating and located 1.87 km from this home. As a local realtor, I've seen firsthand the importance of having access to quality education, and this community certainly delivers.

Now, let's talk about the safety of the area. According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has a crime rate of 6,145.56, which is considered Below Average compared to other Canadian cities. The year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a impressive -11.13%. You'll feel at ease knowing that your family is living in a safe and secure environment.

Regarding specific crime types, the drug crime rate in this neighborhood is also Below Average, with a rating of 126.78. There were 327 illegal substances lawbreaking disturbances in 2020, and the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is a positive 2.35%. Property crimes in the area are Average, with a rating of 3,691.76, and there were 9522 property misconduct incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a notable -17.54%. Lastly, the violent crime rate in this area is Low, with a rate of 893.28, and the year-over-year change is a -5.51%.

Getting around is a breeze with the Southbound McKay Ave @ Kingsway bus station just 0.17 km away from this listing with MLS^® R3070414. Whether you're commuting to work or running errands, public transportation is convenient and accessible.

Now, let's dive into the demographics of this neighborhood. According to the latest census data, 38.9% of the population in this area holds a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 11.2% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC. This suggests a highly educated and skilled community, which is a great asset for families and individuals alike.

In terms of income, the median household income in this neighborhood is $39134, which is Low compared to the British Columbia average. However, the median personal income is $18805, also Low compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 45.4% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is Low compared to other neighborhoods.

Unemployment rates in this area are also worth noting. With an unemployment rate of 7, this neighborhood is considered Below Average compared to other province neighborhoods.

Population growth in this area is a notable 18.9% between 2011 and 2016, which is High compared to average growth rates in the region. The population density per square kilometer is 10461.6, which is High compared to other areas.

Family dynamics are also an interesting aspect of this neighborhood. The average size of families in this area is 2.6, which is Low compared to the whole region. However, 55.1% of families in this area have children, which is Average. Additionally, 53% of the population is married or living common law, which is Below Average.

The average age of the population in this area is 41.6, which is Average compared to other BC cities.

Now, let's talk about real estate in this area. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $532612, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia. Owner payments are Average in this area, with owners spending $1164 on average for their dwellings. Tenants, on the other hand, are paying $1332, which is High compared to other cities.

Rental rates in this area are also worth noting. 43.1% of the population in this area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Language diversity is another interesting aspect of this neighborhood. 82.8% of the population speaks only English, which is Below Average. Additionally, 13.4% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is High compared to other BC cities.

Lastly, let's talk about transportation.