An elevated score in the commute category points to excellent public transit accessibility and shorter-than-average work commute times in this area.
High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.
Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.
Based on recent surveys and polls, locals gave high marks in the walkability to local amenities, safety, public transit, friendliness of neighbors and overall sense of community in the area.
The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.
Statistic | Peachland | British Columbia | National |
Workers who drive to work | 37.6% | 38.3% | 40.0% |
Workers who carpool | 1.8% | 3.0% | 3.0% |
Workers who take public transit | 1.8% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
Workers who bicycle | 0.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% |
Workers who walk | 1.1% | 3.8% | 3.2% |