986 mcleod avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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986 mcleod avenue
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Bus & Public Transit
986 McLeod Avenue is very well connected to public transit, with several bus stops within a 5-minute walk. The nearest stop, Eastbound McLeod at Louelda, is only 100 meters away and serves routes 330, 446, and D10, providing frequent service.
Route D10 offers direct access to Seven Oaks General Hospital, while Route 446 connects to Safeway supermarket. Additionally, Route 330 serves Sherwood School, and Route 43 provides access to Dufferin School and Weston School.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Residents enjoy a wealth of nearby parks, with John De Graff Park just a 3-minute walk away and Red Oak Park within 5 minutes. For daily errands, the Real Canadian Superstore is a 9-minute walk, and several fast-food options like Prime Pizza N Fish Point and McDonald's are within an 8-minute walk.
Other convenient amenities include a Tim Hortons, Co-op convenience store and fuel station, and an Assiniboine Credit Union branch, all within a 10-minute walk. Multiple parks such as Rockspur Park and Tomlinson Park offer ample green space for recreation.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Valley Gardens has shown significant improvement in recent years. Violent incidents dropped from 121 in 2024 to 91 in 2025, and further to just 5 in 2026, a decrease of 94.5% year-over-year. Property crimes also fell sharply from 333 in 2024 to 306 in 2025, and then plummeted to 20 in 2026.
Overall, the neighborhood has moved from a high-crime environment to a much safer one, with total reported incidents falling from over 500 in 2024 to only 28 in 2026. This dramatic decline suggests effective community safety initiatives and a positive trend.
Who Is This Home For
986 McLeod Avenue is an excellent choice for families, given its proximity to John De Graff School and multiple parks. The area's improving safety profile and access to supermarkets and transit also make it suitable for first-time buyers and commuters.
With strong transit connections to schools, a hospital, and grocery stores, this property offers convenience and value. The recent crime reduction enhances its appeal for retirees and investors seeking a stable, family-friendly neighborhood.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 986 mcleod avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Valley Gardens · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
28
2026
vs. city avg
-5%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
71%
Transit Score
986 mcleod avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (94 m) away at Eastbound McLeod at Louelda. Routes 43, 330, 446 and D10 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
986 mcleod avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 458 m), 1 education (nearest 176 m), 4 parks (nearest 171 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 →