849 mccalman avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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849 mccalman avenue
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
849 McCalman Avenue is well-served by transit with two nearby stops on Talbot Avenue, both within a 2-minute walk, offering Route D17 service. This route provides direct access to several schools including Holy Ghost School, King Edward Community School, and Norquay School, as well as a Safeway supermarket. Additionally, the Nairn at Kent stops (within 400 m) provide Route FX3 service, which connects to the Real Canadian Superstore, African Food General, and multiple schools.
The combination of two bus routes within a short walk makes this location convenient for daily errands and school commutes. Key transit-accessible places include Safeway, Real Canadian Superstore, and several schools, all within reach without a car.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Residents enjoy proximity to several parks, with Sir Sam Steele Park just a 3-minute walk away and King Edward Park and McCalman Parkette West within 5–6 minutes. Fast food and dining options include a McDonald's (4-minute walk) and Oven Delight restaurant (5-minute walk).
The area also features multiple schools such as St. Gerard School (5-minute walk), George V School, and Kent Road School, as well as places of worship like Grey Street United Church and St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church. The Munroe Library is approximately a 13-minute walk, adding a community resource for residents.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data for East Elmwood shows a volatile but overall improving trend in recent years. After a peak in violent incidents in 2020 (78) and again in 2024 (78), 2025 saw a 37.2% drop to 49, and 2026 recorded just 1 violent incident — a stunning 98% decrease. Property crime also plummeted from 153 in 2024 to 10 in 2026 (a 91.8% drop), while other crime categories saw similar sharp declines.
While earlier years showed mixed trends with occasional spikes, the most recent complete year (2026) indicates a dramatic improvement across all categories, suggesting enhanced safety conditions. However, prospective residents should note that the area experienced higher crime levels in the early 2020s.
Who Is This Home For
849 McCalman Avenue is a strong candidate for families and first-time buyers, given the abundance of nearby schools, parks, and transit access to supermarkets. The improving safety trend and walkable amenities make it suitable for those seeking a community-oriented neighborhood with good connectivity.
Commuters and investors may also find value here, as the transit links via Routes D17 and FX3 provide easy access to employment hubs and essential services. The recent crime reductions enhance the area's appeal for long-term investment.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 849 mccalman avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
East Elmwood · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
16
2026
vs. city avg
-46%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -92%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
63%
Transit Score
849 mccalman avenue has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (228 m) away at Westbound Talbot at Cameron. Routes D17 and FX3 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
849 mccalman avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 276 m), 1 education (nearest 353 m), 3 parks (nearest 198 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 →