665 W 15th St, North Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3068716

Welcome to 665 W 15th Street, a stunning home for sale in the heart of North Vancouver, BC.

As we step into this vibrant community, let's start with the exceptional education options. The closest Elementary independent school, St. Edmund's, boasts an impressive rating of 9.1/10 and is located just 0.8 km from this beautiful home. This school's commitment to academic excellence is a testament to the strong community values that make this area so desirable.

Just down the road, you'll find St. Thomas Aquinas School, a Secondary independent school with a rating of No Rating, located 0.81 km from this address. Both schools offer a top-notch education, giving families peace of mind knowing their children are in good hands.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighbourhood has an average crime rate, with 4,450 instances of disturbance per year. While this may seem high, it's essential to consider the context – this rate is on par with other Canadian cities, and the overall crime rate near 665 W 15th Street is 7,462.69, which is considered average. What's more reassuring is that the year-by-year change in the total crime rate is -4.31%, indicating a positive trend.

When it comes to illicit substances, the neighbourhood surrounding this property has a below-average rating of 157.64, with 94 instances in 2020. This is a testament to the community's efforts to maintain a safe and healthy environment. Furthermore, the year-by-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is -12.26%, showing a significant decrease in this area.

Property crimes are slightly higher, with an above-average rating of 3,868.86, and 2,307 instances in 2020. However, the year-by-year change in the property misconduct rate is -1.56%, indicating a decrease in this area as well.

Violent crimes are also a concern, with 687 instances in 2020. Fortunately, this rate is below average compared to other BC municipalities, with a rating of 1,152.10. The year-by-year change in the violent crime rate is -4.62%, showing a positive trend.

Now, let's explore the community's amenities. The closest Bus station is Southbound Bewicke Ave @ W 14 St, just 0.14 km away from this property. This convenient public transportation option makes it easy to get around the city.

This neighbourhood is home to a diverse population, with 37.8% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is high compared to other BC neighbourhoods. Additionally, 8.8% of the population have no certificate or degree, which is lower than the average in BC.

In terms of income, the median household income near this property is $80,710, which is above average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $36,879, also above average. Furthermore, 72.1% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is high.

Unemployment rates in this area are low, at 5%, making it an attractive option for those looking for stable employment.

This community is experiencing significant growth, with a population change between 2011 and 2016 of 24.9%, which is high compared to average growth rates in this region.

As for demographics, the average family size in this area is 2.9, which is average compared to the whole region. However, 70.6% of families have children, which is high. Married or living common-law couples make up 55.7% of the population, which is below average.

The average age of the population in this area is 37.6, which is below average compared to other BC cities.

When it comes to real estate, the average value of dwellings in this neighbourhood is $877,174, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia.

In terms of housing costs, average owner payments are high, with owners spending $1,845 per month on average. Tenants, however, pay $1,507 per month, which is also high.

Interestingly, 33.1% of the population in this area are renters, which is above average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Language-wise, 10.6% of the population speaks both English and French, which is above average. However, 87.8% of residents speak only English, which is below average. Only 1.6% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is above average.

Lastly, 20.2% of the population uses public transportation, which is above average. 65.8% of residents use cars, which is low. 2.5% of the population uses