Commute
A high commute score suggests convenient, easy access to public transportation, with shorter-than-average work commute times to work.
Amenities
A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.
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.
Housing
A subpar score in the housing category may indicate that this area struggles with housing affordability, sluggish appreciation rates and home values lower than the national average.
Health & Safety
A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.
Schools
The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.
| Statistic | East Saanich 2 | British Columbia | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 28.1% | 38.3% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 2.8% | 3.0% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 2.7% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 1.7% | 3.8% | 3.2% |