Livability Score

84
/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 A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (15) A+
Entertainment (4) A+
Food and Drink (36) A+
Fitness (5) A+
Groceries (12) A+
Parks (44) A+
Shops (119) A+
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 4.3% take public transportation in Langley.
Public Transit Stops (116)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.3%
F
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cost of living D-

The cost of living in Langley is 99/100 - which is 19% lower than British Columbia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C+
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crime F

Langley crime rates are 12,986 per 100k, which is 115% higher than British Columbia
Property Crime
10,577 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
2,409 crimes per 100k
F
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employment A+

The median income in Langley is $110,266 - which is 28% higher than British Columbia.
Med. Household Income
$110,266
A-
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
A
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (21)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A+

Langley home prices are $1,181,000 - which is 23% higher than British Columbia
Home Price
$1,181,000
A+
Home Appreciation Rate
31%
C-
Home Affordability
10.7x (home price to income ratio)
B
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schools B+

The Langley graduation rate is 82% - which is 5% lower than British Columbia
School Test Scores
64%
C
High School Grad. Rates
82%
D+
Elementary Schools (47) A+
High Schools (23) C-
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ratings A+

Langley has an overall rating of 100% from 1 reviews.
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Langley Area Facts

  • Langley has a Livability Score of 84/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Langley crime rates are 115% higher than the British Columbia average
  • Cost of living in Langley is 19% lower than the British Columbia average

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      Langley, BC

      Located just 40 minutes from Vancouver, Langley is a city in Metro Vancouver that lies just east of the municipality of Surrey. The community is a small but warm one, known for its small town charm and extensive recreational activities. Due to its proximity to Vancouver’s business district, combined with its safe communities, inexpensive housing and excellent educational facilities Langley is the perfect place to raise a family and a popular choice for commuting professionals. Our Langley Livability guide will take you through the best of what the city offers, from festivals and family fun to entertainment and fine dining.

      Langley has a strong economy with booming employment opportunities available and the city is a great place for entrepreneurs and small business owners. The city council has taken steps to encourage local businesses, which has led to it becoming one of the most business friendly communities in British Columbia and attracting lots of investments. Another driver of Langley’s immigration rates is the affordable housing, which is significantly cheaper than in the greater Vancouver Area. Langley’s strong excellent education system is also a popular draw for families and the School District 35 board operates several good schools in the area. In addition to the standard curriculum, the board also offers career-based programs, Montessori options and skills based programs. Langley’s public transit is provided by Translink, which offers a number of bus routes within the city and to surrounding communities.

      Residents of Langley enjoy a good quality of life that they proudly attribute to the culture, community and environment of the city. Langley’s downtown core around Old Yale Road has a number of quirky boutiques and restaurants. The Arts Alive Festival is a must attend and features 200 artists showcasing music and art. The summer concert series called Sounds of Summer in the late summer at McBurney Plaza and Douglas Spirit Square and as any Langley local will tell you that you can catch jazz, rock and folk artists from all over the place. The Fraser Valley Food truck festival at Douglas Park is also another popular event. In addition to these seasonal events, there are a number of parks and recreational centres that you can make use of all year round.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Langley? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Portage Park
      Michaud Park
      Linwood Park playground
      Linwood Park
      Douglas Park
      McBurney Lane
      Sendall Gardens
      Innes Corners Plaza

      Entertainment

      Langley Spirit Square
      Luke Eddie Stripp Original Artworks
      Theatre in the Country
      Literary Circle
      Canadian Museum of Flight
      McLeod Stadium
      Surrey Little Theatre
      Stetson Bowl

      Food & Drink

      Panago
      Subway
      Saigon Deli
      Stickys Candy and Bakery Langley
      Donair Hut
      Baselines Pub
      DQ Grill & Chill
      Robin's Donuts

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Langley? Of all people who commute, 4.3% take public transportation in Langley.
      Drive to Work
      47%

      7% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      3% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Glover Medicine Centre
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      I.D.A.
      Family Care Pharmacy
      PharmaChoice
      FRASE℞ MEDICINE CENTRE PHARMACY
      Community Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Langley City Family Practice
      Healthway Medical clinic
      St Luke Family Practice