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Fraser Valley area guide

Living in White Rock.

Living in White Rock means a beach town with the famous pier, Marine Drive restaurants and ocean views up the hill.

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What it is like

Why people choose White Rock.

White Rock is a small seaside city with a relaxed, walkable feel. The promenade and pier are the heart of it, Marine Drive is lined with patios, and the homes on the hillside look out over Semiahmoo Bay. Many people move here to slow down a little.

  • The pier, the promenade and the beach
  • Restaurants and patios along Marine Drive
  • Ocean views from the hillside
  • A small, walkable city with a relaxed pace
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Homes on the White Rock hillside above the waterfront
Neighbourhoods

The White Rock neighbourhoods I know best.

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

  • West Beach

    The pier, the promenade and condos close to the water.

  • East Beach

    Restaurants and cafés on Marine Drive, with homes stepping up the hill.

  • Uptown

    Shops, services and newer condos around Johnston Road.

  • Five Corners

    A small, friendly shopping area with cafés, close to the hillside homes.

  • Marine Drive

    The waterfront strip, with views across Semiahmoo Bay.

White Rock by the numbers

Who lives in White Rock, in numbers.

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

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  • Population21,939Vancouver 662,2482021 Census
  • Growth since 2016+10%Vancouver +4.9%
  • Households10,7351.9 people per home on averageVancouver 305,335 · 2.1 per home
  • Median household income $73k Vancouver $82k · 2020 incomes

Types of homes

  • Detached houses24%Vancouver 14.7%
  • Semi-detached0.9%Vancouver 1.8%
  • Townhouses (row houses)1.4%Vancouver 3.5%
  • Duplexes and suites17.5%Vancouver 17.8%
  • Apartments under 5 storeys41.5%Vancouver 31.1%
  • Apartments 5 storeys and up14.7%Vancouver 31.1%

Owners and renters

65% of households own their home

White Rock
65% 35%
Vancouver
46% 54%

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Age mix

Median age 58.0

Household size

  • 1 person 44.4% Vancouver 39.2%
  • 2 people 35.4% Vancouver 33%
  • 3 people 9.2% Vancouver 12.6%
  • 4 people 6.9% Vancouver 9.6%
  • 5 or more 4.1% Vancouver 5.6%

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Getting to work

  • Drive or ride in a car 83.2% Vancouver 56.2%
  • Public transit 5.7% Vancouver 22.9%
  • Walk 7.7% Vancouver 13.1%
  • Bike 0.6% Vancouver 5.2%
  • Other 2.7% Vancouver 2.6%

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Commute time

  • Under 15 min 27.2% Vancouver 20%
  • 15 to 29 min 24.5% Vancouver 40.1%
  • 30 to 44 min 27.8% Vancouver 26.3%
  • 45 to 59 min 11.7% Vancouver 8%
  • 60 min or more 8.7% 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.

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Find your way around White Rock.

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

Buying or selling

Local White Rock numbers, not headlines.

Every part of White Rock 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 White Rock 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

White Rock questions.

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What types of homes are in White Rock?

Many people live in condos, and there are also detached homes on the hillside, many with ocean views. The Census figures above show the full mix.

What should I check on a view property?

Whether the view is protected, the slope of the lot, drainage and access. On the hillside I also look at what can be built next door.

Is White Rock good for retirees?

Many people choose it to slow down. It is walkable, close to Peace Arch Hospital and full of things to do by the water.

How is White Rock different from South Surrey?

White Rock is its own small city with its own council and taxes. South Surrey surrounds it and is part of Surrey, with more detached homes and larger lots.

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