279 battery street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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279 battery street
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Bus & Public Transit
279 Battery Street is well-served by public transit, with several bus stops within a 10-minute walk. The most frequent service is Route 38 along Mountain Avenue, with stops at Airlies (328 m) and Radford (500 m). Route D17 is also accessible at Selkirk and Battery (548 m).
Route 38 provides direct access to Seven Oaks General Hospital, multiple schools (Faraday School), and supermarkets like Safeway Mountain & McGregor, Sobeys, and Young's Market. Route D17 connects to Holy Ghost School, King Edward Community School, Norquay School, and a Safeway.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a 10-minute walk from 279 Battery Street, residents have access to a wide variety of amenities. Parks include Boyd Park (396 m), Margaret Scott Park (536 m), and Chliboyko Park (563 m). For daily errands, there is a 7-Eleven convenience store (681 m), Young's Market supermarket (711 m), and a Canada Post office (712 m).
Several dining options are nearby, such as Pizza Hotline (580 m), New Diamond Chinese Food (700 m), Kalan Restaurant (744 m), and Junior's fast food (764 m). Healthcare services include Greenwoods Pediatric Dentistry (605 m), Aberdeen Pharmacy (653 m), Jefferson Medical Centre (653 m), and Winnipeg Family Dental Centre (736 m). A Petro-Canada fuel station is also just 658 m away.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data for Burrows Central shows a notable improvement in recent years, particularly from 2024 onward. Property crimes decreased from 305 in 2024 to 12 in 2026 (-96%), and violent crimes fell from 111 in 2024 to just 9 in 2026 (-91.9%). Drug offences also dropped sharply from 9 in 2024 to 2 in 2026.
While the neighbourhood experienced higher crime levels in earlier years (2017-2023), the 2026 figures represent a dramatic reduction across all categories, suggesting enhanced safety and community conditions. Traffic incidents remain low but varied slightly.
Who Is This Home For
279 Battery Street is well-positioned for first-time buyers and families seeking an affordable neighbourhood with improving safety and good access to parks, schools, and transit. The presence of multiple schools and supermarkets within walking distance or via short bus rides makes daily errands convenient.
Commuters will appreciate the regular Route 38 and Route D17 service, which connects to key destinations like Seven Oaks General Hospital and major grocery stores. Investors may also find the area attractive given the significant drop in crime rates and potential for property value growth.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 279 battery street, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Burrows Central · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
26
2026
vs. city avg
-12%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -95%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
46%
Transit Score
279 battery street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 5-minute walk (404 m) away at Eastbound Mountain at Airlies. Routes 28, 38, 336, D17 and F5 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
279 battery street — 1 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 396 m).
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →