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Living in New Westminster.

Living in New Westminster means a historic river city with heritage homes, the Quay and five SkyTrain stations.

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What it is like

Why people choose New Westminster.

New Westminster is one of the oldest cities in BC and it still has that character. Queens Park and Glenbrooke North are full of heritage houses, downtown and the Quay have condos on the Fraser River, and Sapperton is a lively neighbourhood close to the hospital.

  • Five SkyTrain stations in a small, walkable city
  • Heritage homes in Queens Park and Glenbrooke North
  • The Quay, Westminster Pier Park and the river walk
  • Condos at prices that are often easier than Vancouver
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The New Westminster skyline and the Fraser River at sunset
Neighbourhoods

The New Westminster neighbourhoods I know best.

A quick feel for each part of New Westminster, from the busiest streets to the quietest corners.

  • Queens Park

    Beautiful heritage houses around the city's biggest park, with tree-lined streets.

  • Downtown

    Condos near Columbia Street and the Quay, with SkyTrain and the riverfront close by.

  • Sapperton

    A lively neighbourhood with local shops, close to the hospital and SkyTrain.

  • Queensborough

    Newer homes and townhomes on Lulu Island, with a quieter, family feel.

  • Glenbrooke North

    Character homes on quiet streets, just steps from Queens Park.

New Westminster by the numbers

Who lives in New Westminster, in numbers.

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

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  • Population78,916Vancouver 662,2482021 Census
  • Growth since 2016+11.2%Vancouver +4.9%
  • Households36,0952.2 people per home on averageVancouver 305,335 · 2.1 per home
  • Median household income $82k Vancouver $82k · 2020 incomes

Types of homes

  • Detached houses13.8%Vancouver 14.7%
  • Semi-detached0.7%Vancouver 1.8%
  • Townhouses (row houses)5.7%Vancouver 3.5%
  • Duplexes and suites10.2%Vancouver 17.8%
  • Apartments under 5 storeys34.8%Vancouver 31.1%
  • Apartments 5 storeys and up34.7%Vancouver 31.1%

Owners and renters

55% of households own their home

New Westminster
55% 45%
Vancouver
46% 54%

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Age mix

Median age 40.4

Household size

  • 1 person 36.8% Vancouver 39.2%
  • 2 people 34.2% Vancouver 33%
  • 3 people 13.7% Vancouver 12.6%
  • 4 people 10% Vancouver 9.6%
  • 5 or more 5.3% Vancouver 5.6%

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Getting to work

  • Drive or ride in a car 68.3% Vancouver 56.2%
  • Public transit 22.5% Vancouver 22.9%
  • Walk 6.3% Vancouver 13.1%
  • Bike 0.9% Vancouver 5.2%
  • Other 2% Vancouver 2.6%

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Commute time

  • Under 15 min 16.7% Vancouver 20%
  • 15 to 29 min 33.3% Vancouver 40.1%
  • 30 to 44 min 28.7% Vancouver 26.3%
  • 45 to 59 min 12.8% Vancouver 8%
  • 60 min or more 8.5% 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 New Westminster.

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

Buying or selling

Local New Westminster numbers, not headlines.

Every part of New Westminster 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 New Westminster 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

New Westminster questions.

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What types of homes are in New Westminster?

Mostly condos, along with heritage houses, townhomes and newer homes in Queensborough. The Census figures above show the full mix.

What should I know about buying a heritage home?

Some homes are protected by a heritage designation, which affects what you can change. I check the designation, the renovation rules and the age of the plumbing, wiring and foundation.

How long is the commute to downtown Vancouver?

The Expo Line takes about 25 minutes from New Westminster Station to downtown, and there are five stations across the city.

What should I check when buying an older condo?

The depreciation report, the contingency fund, recent strata minutes and any big repairs coming up. Many buildings here are older, so these details matter.

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
  • 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
    • Cliff Drive
    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
  • SkyTrain tracks in Surrey with the mountains behind Fraser Valley

    Surrey

    Growing fast, from the towers of Surrey Centre to the beaches of South Surrey.

    • South Surrey
    • Fleetwood
    • Cloverdale
    • Guildford
    Explore Surrey
  • 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
    • Hillside
    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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