851 mcdermot avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
851 McDermot Avenue is exceptionally well-connected by transit, with multiple stops within a 2-minute walk. The closest northbound and southbound stops on Arlington Street at McDermot and Bannatyne are just 77 and 97 meters away, respectively, offering Routes 28 and 224.
Within 200 meters, you can also catch Route 833 on William Avenue and Route D16 at Arlington and William. These routes provide direct access to key destinations including St. Edward's School, Health Sciences Centre, and several supermarkets like Foodfare, Sobeys, and Safeway.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The immediate neighbourhood offers a rich mix of amenities within a 5-minute walk. You'll find a 7-Eleven convenience store 176 meters away, Arlington Pharmacy 206 meters away, and several dining options including Phuong Nam and Little Nana's Italian Kitchen.
For daily needs, a Starbucks and Tim Hortons are both within a 6-minute walk, and the Health Sciences Centre is just 324 meters away. Parks and places of worship, such as Burton Cummings C.C. and McDermot Avenue Baptist Church, add to the area's appeal.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime statistics for West Alexander show significant fluctuations, with a notable increase in violent and property crimes from 2017 through 2023. However, 2026 data indicates a dramatic decline across all categories, with violent incidents dropping from 506 in 2023 to just 26 in 2026, and property crimes falling from 1545 to 85.
This steep downturn suggests recent improvements in neighbourhood safety, though prospective residents should consider that the long-term trend remains volatile.
Who Is This Home For
851 McDermot Avenue is a strategic choice for commuters and students given its proximity to multiple transit routes and the University of Manitoba campus. The area's improving safety metrics and wealth of nearby amenities also make it appealing for first-time buyers.
Investors may find value in the property's location near a major hospital and growing transit network, though families should weigh the historic crime peaks against the recent positive trend.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 851 mcdermot 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
851 mcdermot avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (109 m) away at Northbound Arlington at McDermot. Routes 28, 224, 833, D16 and F5 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
851 mcdermot avenue — 25 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 9 dining (nearest 226 m), 3 education (nearest 329 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 206 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 →