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Arbor Park / Neighbourhood guide

Nanaimo · A CLOSER LOOK

Arbor Park
location & neighbourhood.

The daily stops. The local connections.
The details that help you choose a home.

By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic
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01 / THE SETTING

Arbor Park location:
Nanaimo.

Diver Lake is a neighbourhood within Nanaimo, British Columbia, which is situated in the Greater Nanaimo metropolitan area.

2229 Boxwood Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3R4, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Nanaimo

2229 Boxwood Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3R4, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Diver Lake

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

The character of Diver Lake is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. Getting to green spaces in the neighbourhood, such as East Wellington Park and Beban Park, is easy since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore. This part of Nanaimo is very quiet overall, as the streets are generally very tranquil.

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Getting around

The preferred method of transportation in Diver Lake is usually driving. Nearby highways are moderately easy to access from any location in this area, and it is especially convenient to come across a place to park. In contrast, the public transit service in Diver Lake is not very frequent. Nonetheless, the neighbourhood is linked by a few bus lines, and bus stops are usually around the corner. Diver Lake will appeal to active people because it is moderately suitable for cycling. In particular, there are a fair number of bike lanes. It is at times challenging for people walking to get around in Diver Lake as few daily needs can be met without the use of a car.

Everyday essentials

Parents and their kids will value that no matter where their house is located in this neighbourhood, schools and daycares are close by. With regards to food, it is convenient to access the nearest supermarket as a pedestrian in this part of the city. There are also a limited number of choices for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes.

Local character

The character of Diver Lake is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. Getting to green spaces in the neighbourhood, such as East Wellington Park and Beban Park, is easy since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore. This part of Nanaimo is very quiet overall, as the streets are generally very tranquil.

Surrounding homes

In Diver Lake, many dwellings are single detached homes, whereas the rest are mainly duplexes and townhouses. Roughly 30% of properties in this neighbourhood were built between 1960 and 1980, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1980s and the 1990s. This part of Nanaimo is primarily composed of four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Around three quarters of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and one quarter are renters.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Arbor Park
neighbourhood scores.

Explore how local access and character compare with your priorities. These Local Logic scores describe the recorded project location on a scale of 0 to 5.

Higher scores indicate stronger access or more of the named characteristic. A missing score is unavailable, rather than zero.

High schools

1.5/ 5

At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nanaimo: 1.5 / 5

Elementary schools

3.6/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

Nanaimo: 4.1 / 5

Public transit

0.8/ 5

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Nanaimo: 1.8 / 5

Groceries

3.8/ 5

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Nanaimo: 0.5 / 5

Wellness

2.9/ 5

Some amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

Nanaimo: 2.5 / 5

Restaurants

2.6/ 5

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Nanaimo: 1.1 / 5

Walking

1.9/ 5

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Nanaimo: 2.5 / 5

Cycling

3.4/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Nanaimo: 2.8 / 5

Driving

4.8/ 5

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Nanaimo: 4.4 / 5

Vibrancy

1.1/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Nanaimo: 1.1 / 5

Shopping

2.8/ 5

Variety of shops within a short drive

Nanaimo: 0.6 / 5

Childcare

4.8/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short walk

Nanaimo: 0.7 / 5

Nightlife

1.7/ 5

Some bars within a short drive

Nanaimo: 0.8 / 5

Cafés

2.5/ 5

Variety of cafés within a short drive

Nanaimo: 0.7 / 5

Quiet

4.4/ 5

Very few sources of noise nearby

Nanaimo: 4.3 / 5

Parks

3.8/ 5

Large amount of park space nearby

Nanaimo: 3.9 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Arbor Park nearby
amenities.

Find nearby schools, transit, parks and everyday stops. Browse the directory, then open directions for the actual route.

Places and distances are tied to the recorded project reference. Directories contain the provider’s returned results and are not exhaustive.

131 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

15 places
Elementary school512 m

Syuẁén'ct Elementary School

2280 Sun Valley Dr

K-7 · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school964 m

Forest Park Elementary

2050 Latimer Rd

K-7 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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High school1.7 km

Wellington Secondary

3135 Mexicana Rd

8-12 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school1.7 km

Rock City Elementary

3741 Departure Bay Rd

K-7 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school2.0 km

Mount Benson Elementary

4355 Jingle Pot Rd

K-7 · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school2.1 km

Mountain View Elementary

2480 Wellington Rd E

K-7 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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High school2.2 km

Learning Alternatives

1270 Strathmore St

8-12 · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school2.3 km

Quarterway Elementary

1632 Bowen Rd

K-7 · francophone, early french immersion · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school2.4 km

Departure Bay Elementary

3004 Departure Bay Rd

K-7 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school / High school2.4 km

Nanaimo Christian School

198 Holland Rd

K-12 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school2.4 km

Cilaire Elementary

25 Cilaire Dr

K-7 · core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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Elementary school2.8 km

Discover Montessori School

3460 Jingle Pot Rd

K-9 · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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High school4.6 km

Career Technical Centre

c/o Woodlands Secondary Room 109

12 · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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High school4.6 km

Nanaimo District Secondary

355 Wakesiah Ave

8-12 · early french immersion, core french · Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District

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High school4.6 km

Secondaire de Nanaimo

355 Wakesiah Ave

8-12 · Conseil scolaire francophone

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Transit nearby

30 places
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Dining nearby

38 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

18 places
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Shopping1.3 km

Pea Shoots Consignment-Vancouver Island

2634 Beaver Creek Cres

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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Diver Lake
demographics.

Who lives around the recorded project location? These statistics describe the existing population in Local Logic’s 400-metre study area.

This is neighbourhood context, rather than a prediction of who will buy at Arbor Park. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$80,933

Residents in the study area

646

Owner households

66.7%

Commute on foot

1.7%

Population age

0 to 4
5.6%
5 to 9
7.1%
10 to 14
6.6%
15 to 19
6.1%
20 to 34
20.0%
35 to 49
21.2%
50 to 64
17.6%
65 to 79
12.7%
80 and over
3.1%

Housing type

Single detached
54.6%
Duplex
17.2%
Apartment 1-4 floors
11.8%
Semi detached
11.2%
Row houses
5.2%
Apartment 5 or more floors
0.0%

Household composition

Single person
22.6%
Multi person
6.0%
Single family
70.5%
Multi family
0.9%

Commute mode

Car
91.1%
Public transit
3.9%
Other
2.6%
Foot
1.7%
Bicycle
0.6%
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Income

Average household income
$80,933
Average individual income
$36,527

Total

Total individuals
646

Owners vs Renters

Owners
66.7%
Renters
33.3%

Official language knowledge

English only
93.3%
English and French
6.0%
Other
0.7%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
19.3%
High school
35.0%
Trade certificate
12.8%
College certificate
19.5%
University certificate
0.7%
Bachelor degree
10.9%
Post graduate degree
1.8%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.8

Mother tongue

English
92.0%
Vietnamese
1.4%
Korean
1.3%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
0.9%
Spanish
0.9%
English and non-official language(s)
0.9%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
0.9%
French
0.7%
Thai
0.6%
English and French
0.3%
Polish
0.1%
German
0.1%
Yue (Cantonese)
0.0%
Afrikaans
0.0%
Mandarin
0.0%
Arabic
0.0%

Percentages and counts retain the provider’s definitions. Some categories describe different populations or overlap, so they should not be combined into a single total.

05 / PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Schools near Arbor Park:
check the boundaries.

The nearby directory is a useful starting point. Distance to a school does not establish attendance eligibility, a place in a particular program or available capacity.

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Arbor Park address
& directions.

Explore the area at different times of day. Confirm the correct meeting location with the builder or your representative before travelling.

THE RECORDED PROJECT LOCATION

2229 Boxwood Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3R4, Canada

This pin is a project reference, rather than a confirmed community entrance or sales centre.

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YOUR VISIT

Confirm where to meet.

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A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS

Before you
call it home.

What do the location scores measure?

Local Logic supplies individual access and character scores on a 0–5 scale for the recorded coordinates. Consider each measure separately; we do not calculate an overall livability rating.

Are the distances walking times?

No. Distances are straight-line measurements from the project reference. Open directions to check a walking, cycling, transit or driving route.

Does a nearby school guarantee admission?

No. Confirm attendance boundaries, programs, capacity and registration requirements with the relevant school board.

Do the demographic figures describe future residents?

No. They describe the existing population in the provider’s surrounding study area. They do not predict the buyers or future residents of this project.

SOURCES & METHODOLOGY

A guide with a clear point of reference.

Prepared by Team Arora. Scores, neighbourhood descriptions, school records, places and demographic information are supplied by Local Logic. Requests are cached for up to 24 hours; underlying source periods may be older. Provider neighbourhood labels may differ from builder descriptions. Missing data remains unavailable.

Recorded coordinates: 49.1944755, -123.9994629. Amenity queries use a 2.5 km radius; school results retain the provider’s school-search coverage. Distances use the returned straight-line measurement, or are calculated directly between coordinates when absent. The project page includes the existing map; Google provides the linked directions. Verify current place details, boundaries and routes before making a decision.