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Nook and Node / Neighbourhood guide

Victoria · A CLOSER LOOK

Nook and Node
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

Nook and Node location:
Victoria.

The neighbourhood of Quadra can be found in the municipality of Saanich, British Columbia, which is located in the Greater Victoria metropolitan area.

961 McKenzie Ave, Victoria, BC V8X 3G6, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Victoria

961 McKenzie Ave, Victoria, BC V8X 3G6, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Quadra

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Compare the places and connections that matter to your day.

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

Quadra is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of the municipality. Most areas in Quadra are very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. On the other hand, green spaces, like Topaz Park and Braefoot Park, are especially well-distributed and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to enjoy, which results in them being very easy to get to from most locations in the neighbourhood. Lastly, although this neighbourhood is not known for its lively ambience, with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities.

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Getting around

Quadra is fairly convenient for those who like to get around on foot; many daily needs can be carried out without the use of a car, and plenty of businesses are rather close at hand. Active house buyers will also enjoy the moderately cycling-friendly character of Quadra. More precisely, the bicycling infrastructure is comprehensive. This neighbourhood is very car friendly. Coming across a place to park is easy, and nearby highways are easy to drive to from anywhere in this part of the municipality. In contrast, the transit network in Quadra is not especially convenient. Thankfully, property owners have access to around 30 bus lines, and bus stops are ordinarily very close by.

Everyday essentials

A grocery store is generally accessible within a short distance from any home in this part of Saanich. Additionally, there is usually a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. Concerning education, families will appreciate that no matter where their home is located in this part of the municipality, schools and daycares are nearby.

Local character

Quadra is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of the municipality. Most areas in Quadra are very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. On the other hand, green spaces, like Topaz Park and Braefoot Park, are especially well-distributed and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to enjoy, which results in them being very easy to get to from most locations in the neighbourhood. Lastly, although this neighbourhood is not known for its lively ambience, with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities.

Surrounding homes

In Quadra, about 45% of dwellings are single detached homes, while small apartment buildings and duplexes are also present in the housing stock. Around one third of properties in this neighbourhood were built pre-1960, while most of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1980s. This part of Saanich also has a good selection of housing size options; it is quite easy to find homes ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Around 70% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home whereas renters make up the remainder.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Nook and Node
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

4.8/ 5

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Saanich: 3.8 / 5

Elementary schools

3.0/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

Saanich: 4.2 / 5

Public transit

3.1/ 5

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

Saanich: 2.2 / 5

Groceries

4.0/ 5

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Saanich: 0.7 / 5

Wellness

3.6/ 5

Variety of amenities nearby promoting health and activity

Saanich: 3.0 / 5

Restaurants

3.4/ 5

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

Saanich: 1.1 / 5

Walking

2.0/ 5

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Saanich: 2.6 / 5

Cycling

3.2/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Saanich: 3.3 / 5

Driving

5.0/ 5

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

Saanich: 4.2 / 5

Vibrancy

1.4/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Saanich: 1.2 / 5

Shopping

3.8/ 5

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

Saanich: 0.6 / 5

Childcare

4.0/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short drive

Saanich: 0.9 / 5

Nightlife

2.7/ 5

Variety of bars within a short drive

Saanich: 0.7 / 5

Cafés

3.3/ 5

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

Saanich: 0.7 / 5

Quiet

2.3/ 5

Some sources of noise nearby

Saanich: 4.4 / 5

Parks

5.0/ 5

Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Saanich: 4.1 / 5
Project referenceSaanich comparison, where suppliedSources & notes ↗

03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Nook and Node 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.

149 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

16 places
High school204 m

St Andrew's Regional High

880 McKenzie Ave

8-12 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school886 m

Reynolds Secondary

3963 Borden St

9-12 · early french immersion, core french · Greater Victoria School District

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Elementary school917 m

Rogers Elementary

765 Rogers Ave

K-5 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school / Elementary school1.1 km

Pacific Christian School

654 Agnes St

K-12 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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Elementary school1.2 km

Lake Hill Elementary

1031 Lucas Ave

K-5 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school / Elementary school1.4 km

St. Margaret's

1080 Lucas Ave

K-12 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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Elementary school1.5 km

McKenzie Elementary

4005 Raymond St N

K-5 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school / Elementary school1.7 km

Glanford Middle School

4140 Glanford Ave

6-8 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school / Elementary school1.8 km

Colquitz Middle School

505 Dumeresq St

6-8 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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Elementary school1.9 km

Cloverdale Traditional Elementary

3427 Quadra St

K-5 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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Elementary school2.0 km

Braefoot Elementary

1440 Harrop Road

K-5 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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Elementary school2.5 km

Tillicum Community School

3155 Albina St

K-5 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school2.5 km

Cedar Hill Middle

3910 Cedar Hill Rd

6-8 · francophone, early french immersion, core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school2.8 km

Spectrum Community

957 Burnside Rd W

9-12 · core french · Greater Victoria School District

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High school3.1 km

Sj Burnside Education Centre

3130 Jutland Rd

9-12 · Greater Victoria School District

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High school3.2 km

Discovery School

4052 Wilkinson Rd

4-12 · Greater Victoria School District

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Transit nearby

30 places
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Dining nearby

33 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

40 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Quadra
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 Nook and Node. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$102,698

Residents in the study area

1,800

Owner households

41.2%

Commute on foot

5.2%

Population age

0 to 4
2.4%
5 to 9
3.7%
10 to 14
3.4%
15 to 19
4.7%
20 to 34
31.4%
35 to 49
19.4%
50 to 64
19.2%
65 to 79
12.5%
80 and over
3.4%

Housing type

Apartment 1-4 floors
51.9%
Single detached
13.5%
Apartment 5 or more floors
13.3%
Duplex
11.9%
Row houses
8.4%
Semi detached
1.1%

Household composition

Single person
44.6%
Multi person
12.3%
Single family
42.1%
Multi family
1.0%

Commute mode

Car
74.2%
Public transit
16.2%
Foot
5.2%
Bicycle
3.5%
Other
0.8%
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Income

Average household income
$102,698
Average individual income
$47,379

Total

Total individuals
1,800

Owners vs Renters

Renters
58.8%
Owners
41.2%

Official language knowledge

English only
89.7%
English and French
8.7%
Other
1.6%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
11.2%
High school
30.5%
Trade certificate
3.8%
College certificate
19.0%
University certificate
1.3%
Bachelor degree
24.4%
Post graduate degree
9.7%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.5

Mother tongue

English
80.2%
English and non-official language(s)
3.9%
Mandarin
3.4%
Yue (Cantonese)
2.2%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
2.2%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
2.2%
French
1.7%
Arabic
1.6%
Hindi
1.3%
Spanish
1.2%
Korean
0.1%
Iranian Persian
0.0%
Portuguese
0.0%
Vietnamese
0.0%
German
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 Nook and Node:
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.

Greater Victoria School District ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Nook and Node 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

961 McKenzie Ave, Victoria, BC V8X 3G6, 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 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: 48.4689693, -123.3714597. 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.

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

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