870 wellington crescent
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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Bus & Public Transit
870 Wellington Crescent is exceptionally well-served by transit, with five bus stops within 500 meters. The nearest stop, Westbound Academy at Oxford, is just 94 meters away and provides Route D16 service. Route D16 also connects directly to several schools, a supermarket, and a clinic, making daily errands and commutes convenient.
With frequent D16 service, residents can reach Kelvin High School and École Victoria-Albert School without a car. Access to Young's Trading supermarket and LASIK MD clinic further enhances the practicality of this location for families and professionals.
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Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The neighborhood offers a rich variety of nearby places within a 10-minute walk. Residents can enjoy Aubrey Green and Aubrey Playground, both less than 500 meters away, while schools like École Laura Secord School and Kelvin High School are within a 7-minute walk. Dining options include Leopold's Tavern and Hi-Ball Restaurant, both about a 9-10 minute stroll.
For daily needs, Domo fuel station is 778 meters away, and Cornelia Bean cafe is just 710 meters from the property. The presence of multiple churches, a yoga studio, and parks like William Marshall Park and Nellie McClung Park underscores the area's family-friendly and active lifestyle appeal.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in the Wellington Crescent neighborhood has fluctuated, with a notable spike in property crime in 2018 (252 incidents) followed by a general downward trend. From 2020 to 2026, property incidents decreased from 172 to just 10, a drop of over 92%. Violent crime also fell dramatically, from 13 incidents in 2022 to 1 in 2026.
While 2025 saw a temporary uptick in other and violent incidents, the 2026 data shows a sharp decline across all categories, indicating recent improvements in neighborhood safety. Drug-related incidents remain very low, with only 1 reported in both 2024 and 2025.
Who Is This Home For
870 Wellington Crescent is ideally suited for families, given its proximity to multiple top-rated schools (Kelvin High School, École Laura Secord School) and numerous parks and playgrounds. The area's excellent transit access, with a nearby bus stop and direct Route D16 service to a supermarket and clinic, also makes it a strong choice for commuters.
Investors may find the property appealing due to the neighborhood's recovering safety trends and the high demand for housing in this well-connected area. First-time buyers will appreciate the walkable amenities and the potential for long-term value in a stable, improving community.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 870 wellington crescent, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Wellington Crescent · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
13
2026
vs. city avg
-56%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
77%
Transit Score
870 wellington crescent has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (106 m) away at Westbound Academy at Oxford. Routes 28, 889, D11 and D16 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
870 wellington crescent — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 education (nearest 439 m), 2 parks (nearest 311 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 →