Amenities
The area boasts an ample array of local amenities, such as restaurants, entertainment options, grocery stores and parks, all conveniently located within walking distance.
Commute
A high commute score suggests convenient, easy access to public transportation, with shorter-than-average work commute times to work.
Health & Safety
Achieving a high health and safety score relies on factors including great air quality and convenient access to vital health facilities such as hospitals, doctors, clinics and police stations.
Cost Of Living
The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.
Ratings
Surveys and polls conducted by AreaVibes with residents of the area revealed unfavorable results concerning the walkability of amenities, the availability of parks and public transit access.
| Statistic | Esquimalt | British Columbia | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 33.9% | 38.3% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 2.7% | 3.0% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 8.7% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 5.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 6.2% | 3.8% | 3.2% |
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