161 traverse avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
161 Traverse Avenue is well-served by public transit, with several stops within a short walk. The closest is Northbound St Mary's at Niverville, just 195 m away, offering Route FX2 service. Other stops along St Mary's and Tache provide access to routes FX2 and 888, ensuring frequent connections across the city.
Key destinations reachable via these routes include Université de Saint-Boniface (Route 888), multiple clinics such as Aria Medical Centre and LASIK MD (Route FX2), and supermarkets like No Frills and Seafood City (Route FX2). Several schools, including Christ the King School and Glenlawn Collegiate, are also accessible along Route FX2.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The property is surrounded by a rich variety of amenities within a short walk. A Red Top Restaurant is 146 m away, and a Starbucks is just 156 m from the home. For daily errands, a 7-Eleven convenience store is 219 m away, and multiple worship options like Holy Cross Catholic Church (65 m) and La Paroisse du Precieux-Sang (190 m) are nearby.
Parks and schools are also close: Parc Traverse Park is a 3-minute walk, Holy Cross School is 258 m away, and École Précieux-Sang is 296 m away. Health services include Westbrook Dental Group (249 m) and Summit Wellness (521 m). Dining options are plentiful, with Taco Del Mar, Subway, Domino's, Le Colonial, and Shahi Flames all within a 7-minute walk.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Norwood East has shown significant improvement in recent years. After a peak in property crimes (428 incidents in 2019) and violent crimes (77 incidents in 2023), the year 2026 has seen dramatic declines with only 8 property incidents and 1 violent incident (a 97.9% drop from the previous year). Overall, the upward trend through 2023 has reversed, and the neighbourhood now appears much safer.
Who Is This Home For
This property in Norwood East is an excellent choice for first-time buyers and families, thanks to its walkable access to schools, parks, and everyday amenities. The recent sharp drop in crime enhances its appeal for those seeking a secure community. Commuters will benefit from the nearby transit routes (FX2 and 888) that connect to schools, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities. Investors may also find value in the area’s improving safety profile and strong local amenities.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 161 traverse avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Norwood East · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
11
2026
vs. city avg
-63%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -97%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
73%
Transit Score
161 traverse avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 4-minute walk (276 m) away at Northbound St Mary's at Niverville. Routes 888, D14, D15, F7 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
161 traverse avenue — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 146 m), 3 education (nearest 258 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 249 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 →