Livability Score

80
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (35) F
Entertainment (14) C-
Food and Drink (95) D-
Fitness (25) B
Groceries (35) F
Parks (180) A+
Shops (144) C+
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 6.6% take public transportation in Delta.
Public Transit Stops (512)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
6.6%
C+
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Delta is 115/100 - which is 7% lower than British Columbia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C+
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crime B

Delta crime rates are 3,615 per 100k, which is 40% lower than British Columbia
Property Crime
2,944 crimes per 100k
C
Violent Crime
670 crimes per 100k
B+
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employment A+

The median income in Delta is $113,151 - which is 31% higher than British Columbia.
Med. Household Income
$113,151
A
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
A+
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (63)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
B
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housing A+

Delta home prices are $1,017,000 - which is 6% higher than British Columbia
Home Price
$1,017,000
A+
Home Appreciation Rate
17%
C-
Home Affordability
9x (home price to income ratio)
B
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schools B

The Delta graduation rate is 86% - which is equal to British Columbia
School Test Scores
63%
C
High School Grad. Rates
86%
C+
Elementary Schools (30) F
High Schools (11) F
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ratings D+

Delta has an overall rating of 57% from 3 reviews.
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Delta Area Facts

  • Delta has a Livability Score of 80/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Delta crime rates are 40% lower than the British Columbia average
  • Cost of living in Delta is 7% lower than the British Columbia average

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      Delta, BC

      Delta sits on the south side of the Fraser River directly opposite the city of Richmond. At the very south side of the city is the USA and Boundary Bay, while the Georgia Strait is to the west. Due to all of its surrounding water, it should be of no surprise that Delta has always had a strong fishing community, with the Ladner area still relying on this as a main economic industry. The water also means that there are some spectacular homes that sit right along it, like in the prestigious English Bluff and Boundary Bay neighbourhoods. Still, it is not all about water in Delta, the city is also one of Greater Vancouver’s most important agricultural areas.

      Living in Delta is not cheap, but it is less than in other cities in the region. This attracts many commuters that travel by bus or car to Downtown Vancouver. There are bus services within the city itself, though public transportation is not great. Tsawwassen is the best area in terms of transportation and also happens to be the most sought after area of the city to live in. It is also where Delta locals will lead you for parks and recreational activities, as it is home to Diefenbaker Park, Pebble Hill Park and Boundary Bay Regional Park, which is home to the popular Centennial Beach.

      Over half of the city’s population lives in North Delta and as a result it has the most schools in the city. It is also home to three recreational facilities, a few major shopping malls and a large amount of green space. It is a great area to live in, especially if you want to raise your family in Delta. Still, any area of the city is great, even Ladner, which predominately attracts fishermen and tourists. Ladner is also home to the George C. Reifel Bird Sanctuary, Westham Island Estate Winery and Wellbrook Winery, all of which are rated as must see places in any Delta guide.

      All of the natural beauty and recreation in Delta makes it a fantastic place to live. The quality of life here is pretty good, which is why so many people live in Delta and commute to Victoria or Vancouver for work. It is also quite a diverse city, with its population being made up of people from all over the globe. Plus, it is not a young city, as the median age is higher than the national average at around 41 years old. As well, the median average income here is higher than it is nationwide, which means it is a safe city to live in.

      B Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Delta? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Hawthorne Grove Park
      Kirkland Mini Park
      Lynkirk Mini-Park
      Maple Crescent Park
      Chillukthan Slough Parkette
      Memorial Park
      Dugald Morrison Park
      Magee Park

      Entertainment

      Kirkland House
      Genesis Theater
      Ladner Rotary Splash Park
      Michael Abraham Studio Gallery
      Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre
      South Delta Artists Guild Art Gallery
      Gallery 1710
      Finn Slough (Tidal Community)

      Food & Drink

      Sandy's Consessions
      Quiznos
      Non-Stop Pizza
      BC Liquor Store
      Booster Juice
      Triple O's
      Dairy Queen
      Domino's

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Delta? Of all people who commute, 6.6% take public transportation in Delta.
      Drive to Work
      43%

      3% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      7%

      1% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Delta a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Delta Hospital

      Pharmacies

      London Drugs
      Harvest Drive Pharmacy
      London Drugs
      Pharmasave
      Wescana Pharmacy
      Familycare Pharmacy
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Pharmasave

      Doctors

      Dr Shahin Jaffer