Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, Postal Code L9A 2W8, over the next 30 years.
Flood - Lower Risk - Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.
Fire - Lower Risk - About 10 days in 2050 will have significant risk for fire spread, compared to 6 around 1990. Under 10% of buildings in this area have significant chance of wildfire.
Heat - Medium Risk - Around 1990, about 7 days per year reached above 32°C in this area. In 2050, about 30 days per year are projected to reach above 32°C.
Precipitation - Medium Risk - Around 1990, total annual rainfall was about 833mm, and about 37% of rain fell in downpours with over 19mm in 2 days in this area. The projection for 2050 is about 906mm of rain per year, with about 42% during these downpours.
Drought - Lower Risk - This location will likely have fewer dry months around 2050 than around 1990. The typical drought conditions will be less extreme around 2050.
Climate risk data is provided for informational purposes only. REMAX does not endorse nor guarantee this information. REMAX and its agents are not providing advice regarding climate risks. Consumers should independently investigate any property's climate risks as they deem appropriate.
Balfour is a great part of the city for those who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Although the ambience is not the most lively in this part of Hamilton, its busier streets are still quite dynamic, and with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located a short walk away. On the other hand, public green spaces, including Sackville Hill Memorial Park, are especially well-situated and there are about 10 of them close by for residents to check out, resulting in them being easy to access from a lot of locations within Balfour.
Learn more about BalfourAt least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
At least one daycare within a very short walk
Virtually no sources of noise nearby
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
At least one daycare within a very short walk
Virtually no sources of noise nearby
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk