251 poplar avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
251 Poplar Avenue is well-served by transit, with five stops along Route 38 within a 400-meter walk. The closest stop, Westbound Johnson at Brazier, is just 118 meters away, making access very convenient for daily commuting.
Route 38 provides direct connections to key destinations, including Seven Oaks General Hospital, Faraday School, and multiple supermarkets such as Safeway, Sobeys, and Young's Market. This makes the location practical for residents relying on public transit for errands and appointments.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Residents of 251 Poplar Avenue enjoy a wealth of nearby amenities within a short walk. Lord Selkirk School is only 222 meters away, and multiple parks including Elmwood Winter Club and Clara Hughes Recreation Park are within a 5-minute stroll.
Daily conveniences are close at hand, with Elmwood's 1st Stop convenience store 401 meters away and a UPS Store just 404 meters from home. Several places of worship and restaurants, such as Henderson Burgers & Subs and Thirsty Duck Restaurant, are also within a 6-minute walk.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in the Chalmers neighbourhood has shown a notable downward trend in recent years, especially after 2022. Violent incidents peaked at 345 in 2023 but dropped to 279 in 2024 and 245 in 2025, while property crime decreased from 812 in 2022 to 656 in 2024 and 667 in 2025.
Preliminary 2026 data shows a dramatic drop across all categories, with only 15 violent incidents, 34 property crimes, and 15 other incidents reported. This represents a sharp improvement over the previous years, indicating the area is becoming safer.
Who Is This Home For
251 Poplar Avenue is well-suited for families due to the proximity of Lord Selkirk School, Mennonite Brethren Collegiate Institute, and multiple parks. The improving safety trend and access to transit also make it attractive for first-time buyers seeking an affordable entry into a neighbourhood with solid fundamentals.
Commuters will appreciate the frequent Route 38 bus service connecting to hospitals, schools, and supermarkets. However, investors should note the historical volatility in property crime, though recent declines suggest a positive trajectory.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 251 poplar avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Chalmers · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
67
2026
vs. city avg
+127%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
51%
Transit Score
251 poplar avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 3-minute walk (185 m) away at Eastbound Johnson at Brazier. Routes 38, 43 and F8 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
251 poplar avenue 500 m 范围内共发现 13 处生活配套，覆盖 6 个类别，含2 处餐饮（最近 406 m）、1 所教育机构（最近 222 m）、2 家购物超市（最近 401 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 →