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Fraser Valley area guide

Living in Surrey.

Living in Surrey means a city that is growing fast, from the towers of Surrey Centre to the quiet streets of South Surrey.

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What it is like

Why people choose Surrey.

It is huge, and every part of it is different. Surrey Centre and Guildford are busy and well connected, Fleetwood and Cloverdale are family friendly with lots of townhomes and houses, and South Surrey has a more relaxed, coastal feel near White Rock.

  • The Expo Line SkyTrain in Surrey Centre
  • Every type of home, from towers to acreages
  • Crescent Beach and the waterfront near White Rock
  • Big parks like Bear Creek and Redwood Park
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Pier on Semiahmoo Bay near South Surrey
Neighbourhoods

The Surrey neighbourhoods I know best.

A quick feel for each neighbourhood, from the busiest streets to the quietest corners.

  • South Surrey

    A relaxed, coastal feel near White Rock, with larger homes and newer communities.

  • Fleetwood

    Family friendly, with houses, townhomes and parks along Fraser Highway.

  • Cloverdale

    Small-town heritage, the fairgrounds and newer family neighbourhoods.

  • Guildford

    Big shopping, parks and a mix of older homes, townhomes and condos.

  • Surrey Centre

    Towers, SFU Surrey and the Expo Line, around City Hall and Central City.

Surrey by the numbers

Who lives in Surrey, in numbers.

Official Census figures for Surrey. Compare them with Vancouver, nearby cities, other provinces or all of Canada.

Compare Surrey with
  • Population568,322Vancouver 662,2482021 Census
  • Growth since 2016+9.7%Vancouver +4.9%
  • Households185,6703.0 people per home on averageVancouver 305,335 · 2.1 per home
  • Median household income $98k Vancouver $82k · 2020 incomes

Types of homes

  • Detached houses32.8%Vancouver 14.7%
  • Semi-detached2.1%Vancouver 1.8%
  • Townhouses (row houses)16.7%Vancouver 3.5%
  • Duplexes and suites22.9%Vancouver 17.8%
  • Apartments under 5 storeys20.2%Vancouver 31.1%
  • Apartments 5 storeys and up4.7%Vancouver 31.1%
  • Movable homes0.6%Vancouver 0%

Owners and renters

70% of households own their home

Surrey
70% 30%
Vancouver
46% 54%

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Age mix

Median age 38.4

Household size

  • 1 person 19.9% Vancouver 39.2%
  • 2 people 27.3% Vancouver 33%
  • 3 people 17.2% Vancouver 12.6%
  • 4 people 18.1% Vancouver 9.6%
  • 5 or more 17.5% Vancouver 5.6%

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Getting to work

  • Drive or ride in a car 82.2% Vancouver 56.2%
  • Public transit 13.1% Vancouver 22.9%
  • Walk 2.6% Vancouver 13.1%
  • Bike 0.3% Vancouver 5.2%
  • Other 1.8% Vancouver 2.6%

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Commute time

  • Under 15 min 17.7% Vancouver 20%
  • 15 to 29 min 32.8% Vancouver 40.1%
  • 30 to 44 min 27.9% Vancouver 26.3%
  • 45 to 59 min 10.7% Vancouver 8%
  • 60 min or more 10.9% Vancouver 5.6%

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Source: Census data: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population. Reproduced and distributed on an "as is" basis with the permission of Statistics Canada, under the Statistics Canada Open Licence.

Explore the map

Find your way around Surrey.

Every grocery store, shopping centre, place of worship, school, park and transit stop in the area, from OpenStreetMap. Tap a type to show or hide it.

Buying or selling

Local Surrey numbers, not headlines.

Every neighbourhood here moves at its own pace. Before you list or make an offer, I pull the recent sales for your street and your type of home, so you know what the numbers really say.

  • Recent comparable sales, explained clearly
  • What to check for this area before you commit
  • A plan that fits your timing, with no pressure
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Your Surrey numbers Mehrdad Haghjoo

Here is what similar homes near you have done lately, and what it means for your price.

  • Recent sales near youSame street and type of home Last 90 daysSold
  • Active competitionHomes buyers are comparing yours with TodayListed
  • Time on the marketHow fast similar homes sell By monthTrend
  • My recommendationA price and plan for your home WrittenPersonal
Questions

Surrey questions.

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Which part of Surrey is right for me?

It is a big city. South Surrey is coastal and quieter, Fleetwood and Cloverdale suit families, and Surrey Centre is best for transit and condos. Let us match it to your plans.

How is the commute?

The Expo Line runs from Surrey Centre to downtown Vancouver, and a SkyTrain extension along Fraser Highway toward Langley is being built.

Are there many new homes?

Yes. There is a lot of new construction here, from towers to townhomes, so comparing the right homes matters.

Is Surrey good value?

Many buyers find more space for the money here than closer in. Recent sales in your neighbourhood will tell us the real story.

Nearby

Explore other areas.

Comparing neighbourhoods? Here are the other places I work.

  • Sunset over Burrard Inlet and the Vancouver skyline from Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver North Shore

    North Vancouver

    Mountains at the end of the street, trails out the back door and the Lonsdale waterfront.

    • Lower Lonsdale
    • Lynn Valley
    • Deep Cove
    • Edgemont Village
    Explore North Vancouver
  • Point Atkinson Lighthouse in Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver North Shore

    West Vancouver

    Ocean views, quiet streets and village life in Ambleside and Dundarave.

    • British Properties
    • Ambleside
    • Dundarave
    • Caulfeild
    Explore West Vancouver
  • Downtown Vancouver towers lit up at dusk Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    Vancouver

    From downtown condos to character homes on the west side, every block has its own feel.

    • Kitsilano
    • Mount Pleasant
    • Yaletown
    • Kerrisdale
    Explore Vancouver
  • Burnaby towers with the SkyTrain, highway and North Shore mountains Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    Burnaby

    SkyTrain towers, big green parks and a lot of choice for the money.

    • Metrotown
    • Brentwood
    • Burnaby Heights
    • Edmonds
    Explore Burnaby
  • The New Westminster Quay and the Fraser River bridges Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    New Westminster

    Heritage homes, the Quay and five SkyTrain stations.

    • Queens Park
    • Downtown
    • Sapperton
    • Queensborough
    Explore New Westminster
  • High-rise towers and the SkyTrain station in Coquitlam City Centre Tri-Cities

    Coquitlam

    Family neighbourhoods, newer homes on Burke Mountain and the Evergreen Line downtown.

    • Burke Mountain
    • Westwood Plateau
    • Maillardville
    • Austin Heights
    Explore Coquitlam
  • Wooden pier on the water in Port Moody Tri-Cities

    Port Moody

    A small city on the inlet with breweries, trails and a relaxed pace.

    • Suter Brook
    • Moody Centre
    • Heritage Mountain
    • College Park
    Explore Port Moody
  • Gravel dyke trail beside the river with mountains in Port Coquitlam Tri-Cities

    Port Coquitlam

    River trails, a real downtown and family homes that are still within reach.

    • Citadel Heights
    • Mary Hill
    • Oxford Heights
    • Birchland Manor
    Explore Port Coquitlam
  • Fishing boats in the Steveston harbour in Richmond Richmond & Delta

    Richmond

    Steveston village, the Canada Line and some of the best food in the region.

    • City Centre
    • Steveston
    • Terra Nova
    • Broadmoor
    Explore Richmond
  • Boundary Bay shoreline in Delta Richmond & Delta

    Delta

    North Delta, the village of Ladner and seaside Tsawwassen.

    • North Delta
    • Sunshine Hills
    • Ladner
    • Tsawwassen
    Explore Delta
  • A BC Ferries ship at the Tsawwassen terminal at sunset Richmond & Delta

    Tsawwassen

    Beaches, sunshine and the ferry terminal in a quiet corner of Delta.

    • Pebble Hill
    • Beach Grove
    • English Bluff
    • Boundary Bay
    Explore Tsawwassen
  • Lake and mountains near Maple Ridge Fraser Valley

    Maple Ridge

    Golden Ears on the doorstep, acreages and more space for your budget.

    • Silver Valley
    • Albion
    • Haney
    • Cottonwood
    Explore Maple Ridge
  • Mountains reflected in the water in Pitt Meadows Fraser Valley

    Pitt Meadows

    Dyke trails, blueberry farms and the West Coast Express.

    • Central Pitt Meadows
    • Mid-Meadows
    • South Bonson
    • Osprey Village
    Explore Pitt Meadows
  • The White Rock pier on a sunny day Fraser Valley

    White Rock

    The pier, the promenade and ocean views up the hill.

    • West Beach
    • East Beach
    • Uptown
    • Five Corners
    Explore White Rock
  • Farmland and mountains in Langley from the air Fraser Valley

    Langley

    Farmland, wineries and the heritage charm of Fort Langley.

    • Willoughby
    • Walnut Grove
    • Fort Langley
    • Murrayville
    Explore Langley
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