Location ReportRossmere-A

256 kingsford avenue

Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety

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256 kingsford avenue

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Bus & Public Transit

256 Kingsford Avenue is well-served by public transit, with multiple stops within a 5-minute walk. Routes 330, 442, D10, and F8 provide access to key destinations including schools, hospitals, and supermarkets.

The nearest stop, Eastbound Edison at Roch West, is just 123 meters away and serves Routes 330 and 442. Several other stops along Edison and Henderson corridors offer direct connections to Concordia Hospital, Seven Oaks General Hospital, and major grocery stores like FreshCo and Sobeys.

Routes serving this area

330442D10F8

Key destinations by bus

Concordia HospitalSeven Oaks General HospitalFreshCoSobeysSherwood SchoolLord Wolseley School

Nearby Amenities

Surrounding the property are numerous parks, restaurants, and daily conveniences within a short walk. Cheriton Park East and Edison Park are both less than a 5-minute stroll away, offering green space for recreation.

A wide variety of dining options are nearby, including Salisbury House (276 m), Subway (392 m), Pizza Hut (421 m), and Starbucks (437 m). Banking is easy with Crosstown Civic Credit Union (297 m) and TD Canada Trust (373 m) within walking distance, and a UPS Store (409 m) handles postal needs.

Cheriton Park East
park201 m
Edison Park
park237 m
Salisbury House
restaurant276 m
Crosstown Civic Credit Union
bank297 m
Starbucks
cafe437 m
Princess Margaret School
school457 m
Shapes
fitness_centre369 m
7-Eleven
fuel462 m

Neighbourhood Safety

Crime in Rossmere-A has fluctuated over the years, with property and violent incidents spiking in 2020 and 2022. However, recent data shows a notable improvement: from 2022 to 2026, violent crimes dropped from 246 to just 18, and property crimes fell from 604 to 54. The most recent complete year (2026) recorded only 54 property incidents and 18 violent incidents, a dramatic decline from previous peaks.

While the neighborhood experienced some volatility historically, the sharp downward trend over the last two years signals improving safety conditions and a lower risk environment for residents.

Crime trend:Improving

Who Is This Home For

256 Kingsford Avenue is well-suited for families, commuters, and first-time buyers thanks to its excellent transit connections, abundance of nearby parks and schools, and recently improved safety profile. The walkable access to grocery stores, banks, and dining adds everyday convenience.

Investors may also find value given the neighborhood's close proximity to major transit routes and a recovering safety trend, though the recent volatility may warrant caution. Overall, this property offers a balanced lifestyle with strong amenities and improving neighborhood conditions.

Best suited for

familiescommutersfirst-time buyersinvestors

When considering a purchase at 256 kingsford avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.

Crime & Safety

Rossmere-A · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

81

2026

vs. city avg

+175%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-90%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

67%

Transit Score

86Excellent
Transit Score

256 kingsford avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 4-minute walk (300 m) away at Eastbound Edison at Henderson. Routes 330, 442, D10 and F8 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.

Transit & Walkability

10 stops within 1 km

Nearby Amenities

Within 500 m of the property

256 kingsford avenue — 25 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 276 m), 1 education (nearest 457 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 442 m).

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🍽️Dining10
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare2
🌳Parks4
💪Sports2
🏦Finance4
Fuel Stations1
🏛️Government1

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 →