256 renfrew street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
256 Renfrew Street in Sir John Franklin is well-served by public transit, with several bus stops within a 600-meter walk. Routes D16, 680, and D19 provide connectivity along Academy Road and Corydon Avenue, offering access to key destinations.
The nearest stop is Eastbound Academy at Lanark, 543 meters away, serving Route D16. This route provides direct access to Kelvin High School, École Victoria-Albert School, and Young's Trading supermarket, among other key places.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk, residents enjoy abundant green space including Lanark Street Bay C Park (176 m) and Hodgson Park (569 m). The Central Corydon Community Centre - Sir John Franklin Site is just 346 meters away, offering recreational programs.
Everyday needs are met by nearby amenities: Circle K convenience store (655 m), RBC bank (654 m), and several restaurants including Enoteca and Bernstein's (656 m and 706 m respectively). Queenston School and Carpathia School are within 660 meters, making the area family-friendly.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Sir John Franklin has shown a mixed trend. Property incidents peaked at 204 in 2022, but have since declined significantly to 95 in 2025 and only 4 reported in 2026 (year-to-date). Violent crime, however, fluctuated and reached 21 in 2024 before dropping to 1 in 2026.
Overall, the most recent available data (2026) shows a dramatic reduction in both property and violent incidents compared to recent years, suggesting the neighbourhood is improving from a safety perspective.
Who Is This Home For
256 Renfrew Street is a solid choice for families, given the proximity to multiple parks, schools (Queenston, Carpathia, Kelvin High), and the community centre. Commuters will appreciate the frequent bus routes (D16, 680, D19) that connect to supermarkets and clinics.
The improving crime trend and diverse nearby amenities also make this property attractive for first-time buyers and retirees. Investors may note the steady demand in a well-served, walkable neighbourhood.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 256 renfrew street, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Sir John Franklin · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
5
2026
vs. city avg
-83%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -96%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
80%
Transit Score
256 renfrew street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 8-minute walk (658 m) away at Westbound Academy at Lanark. Routes 70, 74, 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
256 renfrew street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 5 parks (nearest 176 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 →