947 william avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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Bus & Public Transit
947 William Avenue is well-served by public transit, with multiple bus stops within a 5-minute walk. The nearest stop is westbound William at Arlington, just 151 m away, serving Route 833. Arlington at William stops provide access to Routes 28, 224, and D16, offering connections across Winnipeg.
Nearby transit routes provide access to several schools, including St. Edward's School, Stevenson-Britannia School, Isaac Newton School, and Kelvin High School. For healthcare, Riverwood Medical Centre and Misericordia Health Centre are reachable via Route 28, and Access NorWest is served by Route 833. Supermarkets such as Foodfare, La Grotta, Sobeys, and Safeway are also accessible along these routes.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The property is surrounded by a wide variety of amenities within a short walk. Phuong Nam restaurant and Burton Cummings C.C. park are just 3 minutes away, ideal for dining and recreation. Several fast-food options, including The Crispy Wing, Burger King, and McDonald's, are within 7 minutes' walk.
Everyday shopping is convenient with LUCKY Supermarket, G & L Liquidation, and 7-Eleven all within 6–7 minutes. Arlington Pharmacy provides pharmacy services, and an Esso fuel station is also nearby. Places of worship include McDermot Avenue Baptist Church, Faith Temple, and the Manitoba Buddhist Temple, all within walking distance.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in West Alexander has historically been high, particularly for property and violent offenses. Property incidents peaked at 1,545 in 2023 and remained elevated at 1,185 in 2025. However, preliminary 2026 data shows a dramatic decline across all categories, with property crimes down 92.8% to just 85 incidents and violent crimes dropping 94.9% to 26 incidents. Drug offenses also fell by 90.9%.
While 2026 data is encouraging and suggests a rapidly improving safety situation, the volatility in earlier years warrants caution. The long-term trend appears to be improving based on the latest year's steep reductions.
Who Is This Home For
This property in West Alexander offers excellent transit connectivity and a dense cluster of nearby amenities, making it convenient for daily errands and commuting. The recent crime statistics show a remarkable improvement in 2026, which could make the area more attractive than in previous years.
Given its location and access to multiple bus routes, this property is especially well-suited for first-time buyers seeking affordability and for commuters who rely on public transit. Investors may also find potential as the neighborhood safety trend improves.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 947 william avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
West Alexander · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
132
2026
vs. city avg
+347%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
64%
Transit Score
947 william avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (151 m) away at Westbound William at Arlington. Routes 28, 224, 833, D16 and F5 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
947 william avenue 500 m 範圍內共發現 17 處生活設施，覆蓋 6 個類別，含5 處餐飲（最近 205 m）、2 處醫療設施（最近 439 m）、4 家購物超市（最近 420 m）。
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →