696 beresford avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
696 Beresford Avenue is exceptionally well-served by public transit, with five bus stops within a 1 km radius. The nearest stop, Westbound Beresford at Cockburn, is only 54 meters away and serves Route 895. This route also provides direct access to Riverview Health Centre, making it convenient for medical appointments.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The area around 696 Beresford Avenue offers a wealth of amenities within a 10-minute walk. Lord Roberts Community School is just 153 meters away, ideal for families with school-age children. Multiple parks are nearby, including McKittrick Park (301 m) and Hugo Street End Park (371 m), providing ample green space. Daily errands are made easy with a Safeway supermarket and pharmacy both approximately 773 meters away, along with several dining options such as Brazen Hall Kitchen and Brewery and McDonald's.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime statistics for the Lord Roberts neighbourhood show significant volatility, particularly in 2025 and 2026. After a dramatic spike in 2025 with 394 property incidents and 87 violent incidents, 2026 saw a sharp decline to just 31 property and 7 violent incidents, representing year-over-year decreases of over 90%. This recent drop suggests a stabilizing trend, though the earlier highs warrant caution.
Who Is This Home For
696 Beresford Avenue is well-suited for families and commuters who value proximity to schools, parks, and transit. The recent sharp decline in crime in 2026 is encouraging, but buyers should stay informed about future trends. Investors may also find potential given the improving safety outlook and strong local amenities.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 696 beresford avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Lord Roberts · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
42
2026
vs. city avg
+42%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -92%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
74%
Transit Score
696 beresford avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 56-second walk (78 m) away at Westbound Beresford at Cockburn. Routes 557, 895 and BLUE serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
696 beresford avenue — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 153 m), 4 parks (nearest 301 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 →