744 simpson avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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Bus & Public Transit
744 Simpson Avenue is well-served by public transit, with multiple stops within a 5-minute walk. The closest stop, Westbound Concordia at Grey (Route 442), is just 162 meters away, and Eastbound Concordia at Grey (Route 442) is 177 meters away, providing convenient east-west travel along Concordia Avenue. Additionally, Southbound London at Concordia (Route 330) is 190 meters away, offering north-south connectivity. Route 442 connects directly to Concordia Hospital and FreshCo supermarket, while Route 330 serves Sherwood School, making daily errands and commutes accessible without a car.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The immediate area around 744 Simpson Avenue offers a wealth of daily conveniences and community amenities within a 10-minute walk. For groceries and essentials, Mac's convenience store is 408 meters away, and an ESSO gas station with a convenience shop is 431 meters away. Residents can enjoy several parks including Civic Park (638 m), Centennial Park (761 m), and Sherwood Park (816 m), providing green space for recreation. The neighbourhood also features multiple schools—Salisbury Morse Place School (355 m), Kildonan East Collegiate (393 m), Sherwood School (595 m), and Valley Gardens Middle School (773 m)—as well as a library (Munroe Library, 673 m), a sports centre (Elmwood Kildonans Pool, 555 m), and several places of worship within a short stroll.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime statistics for Munroe East show a fluctuating but overall recently improving safety trend after a peak in 2022. Property crimes, the most common category, peaked at 441 incidents in 2022 but dropped to 335 in 2023 and 346 in 2025, with a notable decline to just 17 incidents in partial 2026 data. Violent crimes also decreased from 115 in 2022 to 92 in 2025, and early 2026 shows only 13 violent incidents. While non-violent categories like 'Other' and traffic incidents have seen variability, the steep reductions in 2026 across all categories suggest a positive trajectory for neighbourhood safety.
Who Is This Home For
744 Simpson Avenue is an excellent choice for families, given the proximity to multiple schools within a 5-10 minute walk and easy transit access to others. Commuters will appreciate the frequent bus routes (442 and 330) that connect to key destinations like Concordia Hospital and supermarkets. First-time buyers may find the improving safety trend and array of nearby amenities appealing, while the presence of parks, a library, and a sports centre also makes this a suitable area for retirees seeking a walkable, community-oriented neighbourhood.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 744 simpson avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Munroe East · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
33
2026
vs. city avg
+12%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
52%
Transit Score
744 simpson avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (225 m) away at Eastbound Concordia at Grey. Routes 330, 442 and FX4 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
744 simpson avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 400 m), 2 education (nearest 355 m), 1 shopping (nearest 408 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 →