8168 Riel Pl, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3079846

Welcome to 8168 Riel Place, a beautiful home nestled in the vibrant Champlain Heights neighborhood of Vancouver, BC. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to guide you through this exceptional property and highlight the community's many charms.

Let's start with the schools. Your children will thrive at Champlain Heights Community Elementary School, located just a 1.08 km stroll from your front door. This highly-rated school provides a solid foundation for future success. Another excellent option is Killarney Secondary School, a 1.97 km walk away, which offers a well-rounded education and a supportive community.

For families seeking an independent school, Corpus Christi School is a top choice, boasting a stellar rating of 10/10. Located 2.8 km from 8168 Riel Place, this school offers a nurturing environment and exceptional academic programs. Alternatively, Vancouver Formosa Academy, a secondary independent school with a No Rating, is 2.86 km away, providing an alternative education option.

Now, let's talk about the safety of our community. According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an average crime rate of 7,470.82 incidents per 100,000 population. Compared to other Canadian cities, this rate is average. Furthermore, the year-over-year change in total crime rate is a impressive -14.94%.

When it comes to specific types of crime, the area around 8168 Riel Place has an average drug crime rate, with a rating of 229.49 and 1,604 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is a moderate 1.58%. Property crimes in the neighborhood are above average, with a rating of 5,020.27 and 35,089 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a notable -20.80%. On a more positive note, the violent crime rate is below average, with a rating of 1,311.69 and 9,168 incidents in 2020.

Getting around is a breeze, thanks to the proximity of the Westbound Champlain Cres @ Matheson Cres bus station, just 0.04 km away from 8168 Riel Place (MLS^® R3079846).

Now, let's delve into the demographics of our community. This neighborhood is home to 27.4% of residents with a university certificate or degree, which is above average compared to other BC neighborhoods. Conversely, 15.7% of the population has no certificate or degree, a number that is below average in the province.

The median household income in this area is $72,141, which is average compared to the British Columbia average. Meanwhile, the median personal income is $31,232, which is below average. Interestingly, 52.2% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, a number that is below average.

Unemployment rates are low in this area, with a rate of 4.4%, which is lower compared to other province neighborhoods.

The population change between 2011 and 2016 was -0.3%, which is below average in comparison to average growth rates of this region. However, the population density per square kilometer in this community is 6,172, which is above average.

Family dynamics are an essential part of our community, with an average family size of 3, which is above average. Furthermore, 71.8% of families in this area have children, which is high. In contrast, 53.3% of the population is married or living common law, a number that is below average.

The average age of the population in this area is 44.2 years, which is above average in comparison to other BC cities.

When it comes to real estate, the average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $692,640, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia. Interestingly, average owner payments are average in this area, with owners spending $1,138 on average for their dwellings. Tenants, on the other hand, pay an average of $1,053.

A significant 46.9% of the population in this area are renters, which is high compared to other BC cities and areas.

Language diversity is an important aspect of our community, with 7% of the population speaking English and French, which is average. Meanwhile, 88.3% of the population speaks only English, which is below average. Interestingly, 4.6% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is high compared to other BC cities.

Transportation is a vital aspect of daily life, with 28.8% of the population using public transport, which is high. Conversely, 66% of the population uses cars, which is low. Furthermore, 2.