283 poplar avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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283 poplar avenue
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
283 Poplar Avenue is well-served by public transit with several stops within a short walk. The closest stop, Eastbound Johnson at Roch, is just 117 m away and serviced by Route 38, which provides access to key destinations such as Seven Oaks General Hospital and several supermarkets. Additionally, Route 43 is accessible at Southbound Stadacona at Gordon, 258 m away, connecting to schools like Dufferin School and Weston School.
Route 38 runs frequently along Johnson Avenue, making it easy to reach grocery stores and essential services. With four Route 38 stops within 219 m, residents have convenient options for boarding. The nearby transit network supports car-free living for daily errands and commuting.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a 10-minute walk, residents have access to a wide variety of amenities including parks, places of worship, restaurants, and shops. Notable nearby parks include Elmwood Winter Club (5 min walk) and Clara Hughes Recreation Park (6 min walk), offering green space for recreation. For daily needs, Elmwood's 1st Stop convenience store and Redi Mart are both about 7 minutes away, along with The UPS Store for postal services.
Several dining options are close by, such as Thirsty Duck Restaurant (365 m) and Henderson Burgers & Subs (506 m). A number of churches and community spaces are also within the neighborhood, including Riverwood Church Community and New Hope Church of the Nazarene.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime statistics for Chalmers show a mixed picture over the past several years. Total violent incidents peaked in 2023 at 345 but declined sharply to 279 in 2024 and further to 245 in 2025, with preliminary 2026 data showing only 15 incidents. Property crime, after reaching 812 incidents in 2022, has trended downward to 656 in 2024 and 667 in 2025, with early 2026 data at just 34 incidents.
Drug-related offenses have generally decreased from 27 in 2019/2020 to 11 in 2024-2025. Despite fluctuations, the overall trajectory since 2022 and especially the dramatic drop in 2026 suggests an improving safety environment.
Who Is This Home For
283 Poplar Avenue offers solid transit connectivity and a range of nearby amenities, making it practical for daily life without a car. The neighborhood's improving safety trends and proximity to schools like Lord Selkirk and Mennonite Brethren Collegiate Institute make it suitable for families and first-time buyers.
Commuters will benefit from frequent Route 38 and 43 transit options, while investors may note the area's recent positive crime trajectory and potential for appreciation. Retirees could find the walkable access to parks and grocery stores appealing.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 283 poplar avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Chalmers · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
67
2026
vs. city avg
+127%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
51%
Transit Score
283 poplar avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (180 m) away at Eastbound Johnson at Roch. Routes 38, 43, 551 and FX4 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
283 poplar avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 365 m), 1 education (nearest 319 m), 1 shopping (nearest 498 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 →