Selwyn 65 Good
Selwyn Livability #126 ranked city in Ontario#482 ranked city in CanadaRanks better than 98% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Selwyn

PROS
  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Housing

    Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Commute

    Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.

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      Selwyn transportation information

      Statistic Selwyn Ontario National
      Workers who drive to work41.7%37.3%40.0%
      Workers who carpool2.3%3.2%3.0%
      Workers who take public transit0.3%8.2%7.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.3%0.7%0.8%
      Workers who walk1.4%2.9%3.2%
      Source: The Selwyn, ON data and statistics displayed above are derived from Statistics Canada and updated for 2021 by Environics Analytics.