Kensington vs Parkdale, Edmonton
A side-by-side livability comparison of two Edmonton neighbourhoods.
Parkdale edges out Kensington on overall livability (4.1/10 vs 3.4/10) among Edmonton neighbourhoods. Kensington scores higher on parks (1.5 vs 0.1). Parkdale scores higher on transit access (8.3 vs 6.9).
Livability scores
| Kensington | Parkdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 3.4 | 4.1 |
| Safety | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Transit Access | 6.9 | 8.3 |
| Grocery Access | 2.9 | 4.1 |
| Parks | 1.5 | 0.1 |
| Recreation | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Walkability | 1.0 | 2.3 |
Key metrics
| Kensington | Parkdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $353,000 | $249,500 |
| Median household income | $79,400 | $62,500 |
| Crime per 1k residents (2yr) | 75.8 | 75.8 |
| Est. transit to downtown | 26 min | 18 min |
| Distance to downtown | 6.2 km | 2.8 km |
| Park area per 1k residents | 19,520 m² | 9,369 m² |