427 simcoe street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
427 Simcoe Street offers convenient transit access with multiple bus stops within a 5-minute walk. The closest is Eastbound Ellice at Toronto (153 m), served by Route D12, while Westbound Ellice at Toronto (177 m) and Northbound Arlington at Ellice (221 m) provide additional options with Routes D12 and 28.
Route 28 connects residents to key destinations including Misericordia Health Centre, several schools (Isaac Newton, King Edward, Met, St. Edward's, Winnipeg South Academy), and supermarkets like Foodfare, La Grotta, and Sobeys. Route D12 provides access to clinics such as Red River Clinic & Pharmacy and LASIK MD, as well as Booth University College and General Wolfe School.
The abundant transit stops and routes make commuting straightforward for both local and cross-city travel.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The area is rich in everyday amenities, with numerous places of worship, restaurants, and shops within a few minutes' walk. Yaseen Centre of Manitoba (73 m) and India Palace restaurant (83 m) are virtually next door, while Chicken Delight (129 m) and Red River Clinic & Pharmacy (135 m) are also very close.
Convenience shopping is easy with Selam Grocery (167 m), Bunty's (240 m), and Pal's Supermarket (261 m) nearby. For recreation, Simcoe Tot Lot (290 m) and Agnes Street Greenspace (372 m) provide green spaces within a 5-minute walk.
The mix of worship centres, clinics, pharmacies, and fast-food options supports a diverse and self-contained neighbourhood experience.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in St. Matthews shows a mixed but generally concerning pattern. Property crime peaked in 2019 at 1,133 incidents but declined to 519 in 2025, though it remains high. Violent crime rose from 242 in 2017 to 329 in 2024, with a slight decrease to 312 in 2025.
Overall, the long-term trend for violent crime is worsening (up 36% from 2017 to 2025), while property crime has improved significantly from its 2019 peak. The most recent data (2026) shows only 25 property and 26 violent incidents, but these figures cover only part of the year or are preliminary.
Who Is This Home For
427 Simcoe Street is a well-connected urban property in a culturally rich and amenity-dense neighbourhood. The excellent transit options and proximity to schools, clinics, and supermarkets make it appealing for commuters and first-time buyers seeking convenience.
However, the elevated crime rates—especially violent crime—may deter families and retirees. Investors should weigh the strong rental demand typical of transit-accessible areas against ongoing safety concerns.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 427 simcoe street, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
St. Matthews · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
62
2026
vs. city avg
+110%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Violent
42%
Transit Score
427 simcoe street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (226 m) away at Eastbound Ellice at Toronto. Routes 28, D12 and D13 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
427 simcoe street — 36 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 13 dining (nearest 83 m), 2 education (nearest 378 m), 4 healthcare (nearest 135 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 →