225 semple avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
225 Semple Avenue is well-served by public transit, with multiple stops within a 5-minute walk. The nearest stop is Southbound Main at Burrin, just 127 meters away, serving Route 31, while Northbound Main at Burrin is 163 meters away on the same route.
For additional options, the Northbound and Southbound Main at Kilbride stops (168 and 180 meters) offer Routes 31 and FX2, and the Northbound Salter at Semple stop (301 meters) provides Route D11 access.
Key destinations reachable by these routes include No Frills supermarket via Routes 31, D11, and FX2, as well as the Misericordia Health Centre via Route D11. Several schools such as Norquay School, Riverbend Community School, and Children of the Earth High School are also accessible along these routes.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a 5-minute walk, you will find a Tim Hortons café (94 m), a 7-Eleven convenience store (212 m), a McDonald’s (255 m), and multiple parks including Helen Promislow Park (304 m), Forrest Tot Lot (309 m), Kingsbury Park (323 m), and Burrin Tot Lot (327 m). Baraka Pita Bakery & Mediterranean Deli (213 m) offers a dining alternative.
Slightly farther but still walkable are the West Kildonan Memorial Community Centre (667 m, 9-min walk), Shell gas station (381 m), and several schools such as Edmund Partridge Community School (183 m) and Governor Semple School (439 m).
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Jefferson has fluctuated over the years, with property incidents peaking at 557 in 2019 and violent incidents reaching a high of 130 in 2022. Recent data from 2026 (partial year) shows a sharp decline to 32 property incidents and 7 violent incidents, suggesting a notable improvement in the current period.
Overall, the neighborhood has seen a general upward trend in violent crime from 2017 (94) to 2025 (129), though the 2026 partial data indicates a significant drop. Property crime has also decreased from the 2019 peak, with 349 incidents in 2023 and 364 in 2024, before the 2026 drop.
Who Is This Home For
225 Semple Avenue offers excellent walkability and transit access, making it ideal for commuters who rely on Routes 31, D11, and FX2 to reach downtown or key amenities. The abundance of nearby parks, schools, and convenience shops also suits families, particularly those with children attending Edmund Partridge or Governor Semple schools.
The recent improvement in crime statistics and the presence of essential services like supermarkets and clinics within a short transit ride make this property appealing for first-time buyers seeking an affordable urban lifestyle. Investors may find value given the area’s amenities and transit connectivity, though caution is warranted due to historical crime volatility.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 225 semple avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Jefferson · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
40
2026
vs. city avg
+36%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
80%
Transit Score
225 semple avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (200 m) away at Southbound Main at Burrin. Routes 31, D11 and FX2 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
225 semple avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 94 m), 2 education (nearest 183 m), 2 shopping (nearest 212 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 →