42 ashford drive
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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42 ashford drive
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
42 Ashford Drive is well-served by public transit with multiple stops within a 5-minute walk. The closest stop is Southbound Dakota at Southglen, just 144 m away, serviced by Route F6. Other nearby stops include Southbound John Forsyth at Paddington (172 m) and Southbound John Forsyth at Thornewood (175 m), both on Route 552, as well as Eastbound Southglen at Dakota East (198 m) on Route 558.
Key destinations reachable by these routes include École Saint-Germain (Route 552), Les Tournesols de Saint Vital (Routes 552 and F6), Red River Co-op supermarket (Routes 552 and F6), and several medical clinics such as Family Matters Medical Centre and Legacy Sports Medicine via Route 552. The area is well-connected for daily errands without needing a car.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk from 42 Ashford Drive, residents can access a variety of amenities. École Saint-Germain is just 251 m away (4 min walk), and Charing Cross Park is 338 m away (5 min walk). A Scotiabank branch is 440 m (6 min walk), and a Sobeys supermarket is 480 m (6 min walk), making daily shopping very convenient.
Additional parks within one kilometre include Dakota Park / Dakota C.C. (497 m), H.S. Paul Park (581 m), and Paddington Park (751 m). The Louis Riel Library is 612 m away, and there are multiple schools such as H.S Paul School, Collège Jeanne-Sauvé, and Highbury School within walking distance. A fitness centre, fuel stations, and several other parks round out the neighbourhood's offerings.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data for River Park South shows notable variation but a generally improving trend in recent years. Property crimes peaked at 225 incidents in 2024, but dropped sharply to 16 incidents in 2026 (a 92% decrease). Violent crimes also fell significantly, from 45 incidents in 2022 to just 7 in 2026 (an 81.6% decrease).
While there were fluctuations — such as a spike in property crime in 2021 (221 incidents) and violent crime in 2022 (45 incidents) — the 2026 figures are dramatically lower across all categories. Drug-related incidents remained low, and other crime types also declined. Overall, the neighbourhood has become safer in the last two years.
Who Is This Home For
42 Ashford Drive is an excellent choice for families and first-time buyers given its proximity to multiple schools, parks, and a supermarket within a short walk. The strong transit connectivity with Routes F6, 552, and 558 makes it convenient for commuters, while the improving safety trend and abundance of local amenities add to its appeal.
Investors may also find the neighbourhood attractive due to its recent crime reduction and stable demand, but the property may be best suited for those seeking a well-connected, family-friendly environment. Retirees could benefit from the nearby medical clinics and accessible transit, though the area is more oriented toward active households.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 42 ashford drive, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
River Park South · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
25
2026
vs. city avg
-15%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -90%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
64%
Transit Score
42 ashford drive has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 4-minute walk (276 m) away at Southbound John Forsyth at Thornewood. Routes 552, 558 and F6 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
42 ashford drive — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 251 m), 1 shopping (nearest 480 m), 2 parks (nearest 338 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 →