Arbutus Ridge vs Oakridge, Greater Vancouver
A side-by-side livability comparison of two Greater Vancouver neighbourhoods.
Arbutus Ridge edges out Oakridge on overall livability (5.8/10 vs 5.3/10) among Greater Vancouver neighbourhoods. Arbutus Ridge scores higher on walkability (4.6 vs 2.5). Oakridge scores higher on recreation (2.3 vs 1.5).
Livability scores
| Arbutus Ridge | Oakridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 5.8 | 5.3 |
| Safety | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Schools | 7.6 | 7.4 |
| Transit Access | 9.8 | 9.5 |
| Grocery Access | 3.0 | 2.2 |
| Parks | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| Tree Canopy | 2.8 | 1.8 |
| Recreation | 1.5 | 2.3 |
| Walkability | 4.6 | 2.5 |
Key metrics
| Arbutus Ridge | Oakridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $2,551,139 | $2,442,814 |
| Median household income | $94,500 | $88,700 |
| Crime per 1k residents (2yr) | 15.1 | 19.1 |
| Avg school rating (Fraser) | 67.3/10 | 66.1/10 |
| Est. transit to downtown | 13 min | 16 min |
| Distance to downtown | 5.0 km | 6.3 km |
| Park area per 1k residents | 15,650 m² | 8,848 m² |
| Tree canopy | 26.8% | 19.1% |