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Mercer Village / Neighbourhood guide

New Westminster · A CLOSER LOOK

Mercer Village
location & neighbourhood.

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

By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic
Project imagery · Renderings are illustrative

01 / THE SETTING

Mercer Village location:
New Westminster.

North Arm South is a neighbourhood within New Westminster, British Columbia, which is situated in the Metro Vancouver metropolitan area.

388 Duncan St, New Westminster, BC V3M 0P9, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

New Westminster

388 Duncan St, New Westminster, BC V3M 0P9, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

North Arm South

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

There is an extensive selection of green spaces in North Arm South. It is easy to reach parks from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood since there are around 30 of them nearby for residents to explore. Finally, this part of the city remains relatively quiet, as there are few pedestrians, although those who are around the railway line may experience more noise.

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Getting around

North Arm South will attract homeowners that value a diversity of methods of transportation. House buyers can depend on public transit to navigate North Arm South. For instance, there are plenty of rapid transit stations with access to the Expo Line. The neighbourhood is linked by approximately 10 bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. It is also convenient to commute by bike in North Arm South as the cycling network is fairly comprehensive, and the terrain is fairly flat. This part of New Westminster is not especially conducive to those who prefer to get around by foot as many daily needs are occasionally challenging to carry out without the use of a vehicle. On the other hand, driving is a great means of transportation in North Arm South. It is straightforward to park, and nearby highways are very easy to drive to from any home in this neighbourhood.

Everyday essentials

Daycares and schools are convenient to get to without a vehicle from any location in this area. With regards to food, the nearest grocery store in this neighbourhood is generally only a short distance away. There are also a few options for those who care about restaurants and cafes in close proximity.

Local character

There is an extensive selection of green spaces in North Arm South. It is easy to reach parks from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood since there are around 30 of them nearby for residents to explore. Finally, this part of the city remains relatively quiet, as there are few pedestrians, although those who are around the railway line may experience more noise.

Surrounding homes

Many dwellings are small apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in North Arm South, but single detached homes are also present in the housing stock. This part of New Westminster is primarily composed of three bedroom and two bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy around 70% of the properties in the neighbourhood whereas the rest are rented. A majority of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has happened following the year 2000.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Mercer Village
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

2.3/ 5

At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

New Westminster: 4.4 / 5

Elementary schools

2.3/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

New Westminster: 4.6 / 5

Public transit

3.5/ 5

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

New Westminster: 3.5 / 5

Groceries

3.3/ 5

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

New Westminster: 4.3 / 5

Wellness

1.8/ 5

Limited amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

New Westminster: 3.6 / 5

Restaurants

2.9/ 5

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

New Westminster: 3.9 / 5

Walking

0.6/ 5

Very few or no pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost never practical or pleasant

New Westminster: 3.9 / 5

Cycling

3.0/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

New Westminster: 2.8 / 5

Driving

5.0/ 5

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

New Westminster: 3.1 / 5

Vibrancy

1.1/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

New Westminster: 1.9 / 5

Shopping

2.9/ 5

Variety of shops within a short drive

New Westminster: 3.6 / 5

Childcare

3.9/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short drive

New Westminster: 4.8 / 5

Nightlife

2.6/ 5

Variety of bars within a short drive

New Westminster: 2.4 / 5

Cafés

2.1/ 5

Variety of cafés within a short drive

New Westminster: 3.5 / 5

Quiet

0.0/ 5

Many sources of noise nearby

New Westminster: 3.3 / 5

Parks

3.2/ 5

Large amount of park space nearby

New Westminster: 4.0 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Mercer Village 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.

169 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

17 places
Elementary school / High school1.1 km

Queensborough Middle School

833 Salter St

5-8 · core french · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school / High school1.1 km

John Knox Christian - Secondary Campus

260 12th Street

7-12 · core french · New Westminster School District

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High school1.3 km

Power Alternate Secondary School

200-1065 Columbia St

10-12 · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school1.3 km

Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary

1714 Eighth Ave

K-5 · early french immersion, core french · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school1.3 km

Queen Elizabeth Elementary

921 Salter St

K-4 · regular · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school / High school1.7 km

Fraser River Middle

800 Queens Ave

6-8 · core french · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school1.8 km

Connaught Heights Elementary

2201 London St

K-5 · core french · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school1.8 km

Lord Kelvin Elementary

1010 Hamilton St

K-5 · core french · New Westminster School District

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High school2.0 km

Royal City Alternate Program

200 - 1065 Columbia Street

8-10 · New Westminster School District

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High school2.0 km

Byrne Creek Community Secondary

7777 18th St

8-12 · core french · Burnaby School District

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Elementary school2.2 km

Al-Hidayah School

7 - 6th St

K-7 · New Westminster School District

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Elementary school2.2 km

Our Lady of Mercy

7481 10th Ave

K-7 · core french · Burnaby School District

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High school2.2 km

Purpose Independent Secondary School

40 Begbie St

8-12 · New Westminster School District

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High school2.3 km

St. Thomas More Collegiate

7450 12th Ave

8-12 · core french · Burnaby School District

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Elementary school2.3 km

Stride Avenue Community Elementary

7014 Stride Ave

K-7 · core french · Burnaby School District

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High school2.3 km

Sigma

820 Sixth Street

10-12 · New Westminster School District

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High school2.5 km

New Westminster Secondary

820 6th St

9-12 · early french immersion, core french · New Westminster School District

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Transit nearby

33 places
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Dining nearby

46 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

43 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

North Arm South
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 Mercer Village. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$148,951

Residents in the study area

1,246

Owner households

68.4%

Commute on foot

1.5%

Population age

0 to 4
5.8%
5 to 9
5.7%
10 to 14
4.5%
15 to 19
3.8%
20 to 34
22.5%
35 to 49
27.0%
50 to 64
19.5%
65 to 79
9.2%
80 and over
2.0%

Housing type

Apartment 1-4 floors
55.2%
Single detached
13.3%
Duplex
12.6%
Row houses
11.8%
Apartment 5 or more floors
6.1%
Semi detached
0.9%

Household composition

Single person
25.5%
Multi person
4.8%
Single family
69.2%
Multi family
0.5%

Commute mode

Car
83.5%
Public transit
12.0%
Other
2.5%
Foot
1.5%
Bicycle
0.5%
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Income

Average household income
$148,951
Average individual income
$68,375

Total

Total individuals
1,246

Owners vs Renters

Owners
68.4%
Renters
31.6%

Official language knowledge

English only
91.2%
English and French
4.7%
Other
4.1%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
10.5%
High school
27.9%
Trade certificate
6.8%
College certificate
18.6%
University certificate
2.7%
Bachelor degree
24.2%
Post graduate degree
9.3%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.6

Mother tongue

English
57.3%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
11.1%
Yue (Cantonese)
8.6%
English and non-official language(s)
6.2%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
4.6%
Mandarin
4.6%
Spanish
2.7%
Hindi
1.8%
Portuguese
1.5%
French
1.0%
Vietnamese
0.2%
Korean
0.1%
Serbian
0.1%
German
0.1%

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 Mercer Village:
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.

New Westminster School District ↗Burnaby School District ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Mercer Village 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

388 Duncan St, New Westminster, BC V3M 0P9, Canada

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

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YOUR VISIT

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A builder’s presentation centre may be at a different address. Ask Team Arora to confirm current appointment arrangements and the right destination.

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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: 49.19491, -122.9340935. 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.

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