Shawville

About the neighbourhood

Shawville, Quebec is a tranquil and convenient municipality for those seeking a peaceful atmosphere with easy access to amenities. The local grocery stores and primary schools are within walking distance for families, and the streets are typically quiet and safe. The housing stock is primarily made up of single detached homes and townhouses, offering a range of options for residents. While public transit options are limited, Shawville is very car-friendly and provides convenient parking. This community offers spacious homes and a relaxed pace of life for those who enjoy a serene and comfortable living environment.

Highlights

This area is great forQuiet

This area is great forElementary Schools

This area is great forCar friendly

Characteristics

Transportation

The preferred transportation option in Shawville is often a car. It is convenient to come across a parking spot. In contrast, Shawville is not very transit friendly. Nonetheless, the municipality is linked by a few bus lines, and bus stops are generally around the corner. This municipality is not very bike-friendly as there is a significant amount of hills, and the bicycling infrastructure is rather limited. Walking is also not especially practical for house buyers in Shawville as running daily errands is inconvenient without a vehicle.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are straightforward to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in this municipality. In contrast, families may find it very difficult for their kids to get to daycares as pedestrians. When it comes to eating, it is especially easy to reach the closest supermarket without a car in this municipality. There are also a few options for those who care about nearby restaurants.

Homes for Sale Near Shawville

There are currently no homes for sale near this neighbourhood.

Car friendly8.0

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly3.2

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.4

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly2.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants3.4

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.2

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping3.2

Some shops within a short drive

Cafes0.6

Few or no cafés within a short drive

Quiet9.8

Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Nightlife2.8

Some bars within a short drive

Vibrant1.6

Calm atmosphere at all hours

Neighbourhood Demographics

Median Household Income

Housing Type

74.2% SINGLE DETACHED
2.0% SEMI DETACHED
2.6% MULTIPLEX (2-4 UNITS)
21.2% APARTMENT 1-4 FLOORS
0.0% APARTMENT 5 OR MORE FLOORS
0.0% MOBILE

Population Age

Education Level

18.7% DID NOT GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL
29.9% HIGH SCHOOL
39.6% DEGREE, CERTIFICATE, OR DIPLOMA BELOW BACHELOR'S DEGREE
7.5% BACHELOR'S DEGREE
0.0% MASTER'S DEGREE
0.0% MEDICAL DEGREE
0.0% DOCTORATE

Language

Commute Mode

11.0% FOOT
0.0% BICYCLE
0.0% PUBLIC TRANSIT
84.0% CAR
4.0% OTHER