Location ReportWest Alexander

534 william avenue

Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety

Property Review

{ "transit": { "paragraphs": [ "534 William Avenue is exceptionally well-served by public transit, with three routes (D11, D16, F6) providing frequent service from stops within 120 meters. The closest stop is Westbound William at Isabel, just 74 meters away, offering Route D16. Within a one-minute walk, you can also catch Route D11 eastbound at Kate Street or Route F6 southbound on Isabel.", "Key destinations reachable via these routes include multiple schools (Hugh John MacDonald School, École Victoria-Albert School, Children of the Earth High School), several clinics (Manitoba Clinic, Riverwood Medical Centre), and supermarkets (FreshCo, No Frills, Food Fare). The Misericordia Health Centre is also accessible on Route D11." ], "routes": ["D16", "D11", "F6"], "keyPlaces": [ {"name": "Misericordia Health Centre", "type": "hospital"}, {"name": "Hugh John MacDonald School", "type": "school"}, {"name": "Children of the Earth High School", "type": "school"}, {"name": "FreshCo", "type": "supermarket"}, {"name": "No Frills", "type": "supermarket"}, {"name": "Food Fare", "type": "supermarket"} ] }, "amenities": { "paragraphs": [ "The immediate area is packed with everyday conveniences. A Best Way Food Market is just a one-minute walk (77 m) for quick groceries, while Dino's Grocery Mart (3 min) offers a full supermarket. For a fast meal, Chicken Delight (2 min), Tim Hortons (3 min), and several restaurants like Pho No. 1 and Pizza Hut are within a five-minute walk.", "Essential services include Meyers Pharmacy (2 min) and Dental Dreams (5 min). Two schools are within a five-minute walk: Hugh John MacDonald School and École Sacré-Coeur. For recreation, Central C.C. / Freighthouse park is a four-minute walk, and Alexander-Pacific Walk park is five minutes away." ], "highlights": [ {"name": "Best Way Food Market", "type": "convenience store", "distance": "77 m"}, {"name": "Dino's Grocery Mart", "type": "supermarket", "distance": "198 m"}, {"name": "Chicken Delight", "type": "fast food", "distance": "139 m"}, {"name": "Tim Hortons", "type": "cafe", "distance": "204 m"}, {"name": "Meyers Pharmacy", "type": "pharmacy", "distance": "143 m"}, {"name": "Hugh John MacDonald School", "type": "school", "distance": "145 m"}, {"name": "École Sacré-Coeur", "type": "school", "distance": "262 m"}, {"name": "Central C.C. / Freighthouse", "type": "park", "distance": "312 m"} ] }, "safety": { "paragraphs": [ "West Alexander has historically experienced high crime rates, particularly in property and violent categories. In 2023, there were 1,545 property incidents and 506 violent incidents. However, data through 2026 shows a dramatic improvement: property incidents dropped 92.8% from 2023 to just 85 incidents in 2026, and violent incidents fell 94.9% to only 26 incidents.", "Drug-related offenses also plummeted from 29 incidents in 2023 to just 1 incident in 2026, and total "Other" crimes fell by 89.4%. The sharp decline in nearly all crime categories over the last three years suggests a strong positive trend, making the neighbourhood significantly safer than it was just a few years ago." ], "trend": "improving" }, "recommendation": { "paragraphs": [ "534 William Avenue offers excellent transit connectivity and an abundance of nearby amenities, from grocery stores and pharmacies to schools and parks, all within a short walk. The recent dramatic crime reduction makes this area increasingly attractive, especially for those who prioritize urban convenience and affordability.", "This property is well-suited for first-time buyers looking for an affordable entry into a central neighbourhood with solid transit links. It also appeals to commuters and investors who can benefit from the improving safety trends and high walkability. Families may find the proximity to multiple schools and parks a plus, though should weigh the area's recent history against its current trajectory." ], "suitedFor": ["first-time buyers", "commuters", "investors"] } }

When considering a purchase at 534 william avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.

Crime & Safety

West Alexander · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

132

2026

vs. city avg

+347%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

64%

Transit Score

100Excellent
Transit Score

534 william avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 55-second walk (76 m) away at Eastbound William at Isabel. Routes 889, D11, D16, F5 and F6 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.

Transit & Walkability

10 stops within 1 km

Nearby Amenities

Within 500 m of the property

534 william avenue — 36 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 139 m), 4 education (nearest 145 m), 5 healthcare (nearest 143 m).

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🍽️Dining10
🏫Education4
🏥Healthcare5
🛒Shopping7
🌳Parks5
Worship3
🏛️Government2

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 →