639 manitoba avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
639 Manitoba Avenue is well-served by transit, with multiple bus stops within a 5-minute walk. The nearest stop, Northbound McGregor at Burrows, is just 194 m away and serves Route F6.
Route D17 along Selkirk Avenue provides another frequent option, with stops at McKenzie only 203 m away. These routes connect residents to key destinations such as Safeway supermarkets, multiple schools, and Booth University College.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk, residents can enjoy Taras G. Shevchenko Park (159 m) and Alfred Tot Lot (290 m), providing green space and recreation. For daily needs, the Alfred Quickie Mart (270 m) and Redwood Foods (507 m) are convenient.
Dining options include Chicken Delight (255 m), Kalan Restaurant (445 m), and Fishball King (467 m). Healthcare is accessible at Jefferson Medical Centre (548 m) and Empire Drugs (487 m), with a fire station just 452 m away.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in William Whyte has historically been high, with property incidents peaking at 1019 in 2022 and violent incidents staying above 600 annually from 2019 to 2024. However, the latest available data shows a dramatic improvement: 2026 figures report only 80 property crimes and 40 violent incidents, representing declines of over 92% compared to 2025.
This sharp drop across all categories suggests the neighborhood is becoming safer, though it is important to note that 2026 data may be partial or preliminary. Residents should still take standard precautions.
Who Is This Home For
639 Manitoba Avenue is a strong choice for investors and first-time buyers seeking affordable entry into a neighborhood with improving safety trends and good transit access. The nearby parks, schools, and convenience stores make it practical for families, though crime history warrants caution.
Commuters will appreciate the frequent bus routes to shopping and educational institutions. Retirees may prefer quieter areas, but the improving crime statistics and proximity to services are positives.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 639 manitoba avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
William Whyte · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
160
2026
vs. city avg
+442%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -92%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
50%
Transit Score
639 manitoba avenue has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (230 m) away at Westbound Selkirk at McKenzie. Routes D17 and F6 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
639 manitoba avenue — 17 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 255 m), 3 education (nearest 178 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 487 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 →