220-540 waterfront drive
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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220-540 waterfront drive
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
220-540 Waterfront Drive is exceptionally well connected to public transit. Within a 200-meter walk, you can catch Routes 31, 43, and FX3 on Higgins Avenue, with Route F8 also available at Disraeli and Henry. This provides direct access to key schools, clinics, and supermarkets across the city.
Route 31 connects you to Norquay School, Riverbend Community School, and the Waterfront Eye Institute, while Route FX3 reaches FreshCo, Real Canadian Superstore, and several schools. Route F8 serves No Frills, downtown clinics, and multiple high schools, making the location ideal for car-free living.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The immediate area is rich in amenities, with over 20 nearby places within a 10-minute walk. You are just 2 minutes from Kings Hotel and Cibo Waterfront Café, and within 5-8 minutes of parks like Fort Douglas Cairn and North Winnipeg Parkway, as well as multiple places of worship.
Practical needs are also covered: Assiniboine Credit Union is 6 minutes away, and a convenience store is just an 8-minute walk. For recreation, Duncan Arena and Qualico Training Centre are within 7-8 minutes, offering indoor sports options.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data shows a mixed but concerning long-term trend. While 2026 saw a sharp drop (only 20 violent incidents and 19 property incidents in the first part of the year), prior years show a steady increase: property crime rose from 188 in 2017 to 408 in 2025, and violent crime peaked at 324 in 2023. The 2026 figures are preliminary but suggest a potential improvement.
Residents should be aware that the neighbourhood has experienced higher crime rates in recent years, particularly in property and violent categories. However, the most recent data indicates a possible reversal, which may signal improving conditions.
Who Is This Home For
220-540 Waterfront Drive is best suited for commuters and first-time buyers who value walkability and transit access over a quiet, low-crime setting. The abundance of nearby transit routes and amenities makes it easy to navigate the city without a car.
Families may find the area less ideal due to the historically elevated crime rates, but the presence of several schools within reach by transit is a plus. Investors might consider the property for its strong rental potential given the central location and improving safety trends.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 220-540 waterfront drive, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
South Point Douglas · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
45
2026
vs. city avg
+53%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Violent
44%
Transit Score
220-540 waterfront drive has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (176 m) away at Eastbound Higgins at Waterfront. Routes 31, 43, F8 and FX3 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
220-540 waterfront drive — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 141 m), 1 education (nearest 160 m), 3 parks (nearest 330 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 →