252 lindsay street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
252 Lindsay Street is well-served by transit, with five stops within 1 km, all on Route D16 along Academy Road. The nearest stop is Westbound Academy at Borebank, just 293 m away, and the eastbound counterpart is 307 m away. Route D16 provides access to several key destinations.
Route D16 connects to schools such as École Victoria-Albert School, Kelvin High School, and Fort Rouge School, as well as the LASIK MD clinic and Young's Trading supermarket, all within 100 m of a stop. This makes daily errands and commutes convenient for residents.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk, residents have access to multiple parks, including Lanark Street Bay B Park (5 min), Lanark Street Bay A Park (5 min), and Currie Blossom Park (8 min). Queenston School is also 5 min away, ideal for families with children.
Dining and shopping are nearby: Hi-Ball Restaurant and Pizza 204 are both about 8 min away, and Cornelia Bean café is 8 min on foot. For fuel and essentials, Academy Road Service and Domo are 7-8 min away. The area also hosts St. Andrew's River Heights United Church and Westworth United Church, both within 11 min.
Neighbourhood Safety
North River Heights has experienced fluctuating crime rates, but the long-term trend from peak years shows a clear improvement. Property crime peaked at 532 incidents in 2018, then declined to 176 by 2024, and only 4 in 2026. Violent crime also dropped from a high of 23 in 2022 to just 1 in 2026.
While 2025 saw a temporary uptick in property (218) and violent (22) incidents, the numbers for 2026 are dramatically lower across all categories. This indicates a recent and significant improvement in neighbourhood safety.
Who Is This Home For
252 Lindsay Street is an excellent choice for families, thanks to its proximity to Queenston School and multiple parks within a 5-10 minute walk. The area also offers good transit connectivity via Route D16, making it suitable for commuters who work in downtown Winnipeg or along the Academy Road corridor.
First-time buyers will appreciate the improving safety trends and the walkable access to amenities like restaurants, cafes, and supermarkets. Investors may find value in the neighbourhood's recent crime reduction and steady demand for housing in North River Heights.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 252 lindsay street, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
North River Heights · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
7
2026
vs. city avg
-76%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -97%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
57%
Transit Score
252 lindsay street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 5-minute walk (376 m) away at Westbound Academy at Borebank. Routes 680, D16 and D19 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
252 lindsay street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 393 m), 3 parks (nearest 354 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 →