Central Nanaimo

A wonderful neighbourhood for those looking for convenient living in the heart of the city.

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Welcome to Central Nanaimo

With an abundance of parks, dining, activities, and shopping, Central Nanaimo is a wonderful neighbourhood for those looking for convenient living in the heart of the city. Homes in this area are reasonably priced, making this neighbourhood a perfect fit for first-time buyers and investors.

In the core of central Nanaimo, Beban Park attracts locals with all it has to offer. Featuring the best children’s playground in the city, a swimming pool, an ice rink, soccer fields, and the grounds that host the VIEX, there is something in Central Nanaimo for just about everyone.

Rosstown Road

This neighbourhood was settled mostly in the 1970s and ’80s. While many houses are the standard box form, there are also some funkier character homes around Rosstown Rd.

The Rosstown Road neighbourhood is a common favourite for families due to its convenient location. This sub-area is only a ten-minute drive to downtown, and even less to the biggest malls.

This area is also home to a Co-Op gas bar, SPCA, and a St John’s Ambulance training centre. There are several medical facilities and urgent care clinics in and around this area.

Rosstown Road is southwest of Country Club mall, south of Labieux Rd.

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Overview for Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

17,977 people live in Central Nanaimo, where the median age is 46 and the average individual income is $80,200. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

17,977

Total Population

46 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$80,200

Average individual Income

Around Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

There's plenty to do around Central Nanaimo, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

74

Very Walkable

Walking Score

74

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

49

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including White Rabbit Coffee, Wolf Brewing Company, and Milton Street Public House.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the White Rabbit Coffee page on Yelp Search 4-321 Selby Street on Google Maps	Dining	2 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wolf Brewing Company page on Yelp Search 940 Old Victoria Road on Google Maps	Dining · $	3.6 miles	7 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Milton Street Public House page on Yelp Search 247 Milton Street on Google Maps	Dining · $$$	1.86 miles	28 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Thirsty Spirit Roast House page on Yelp Search 2220 Bowen Road on Google Maps	Dining	1.28 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Optimize Nutrition page on Yelp Search 440-2980 Island Hwy N on Google Maps	Dining	1.77 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Poke Page page on Yelp Search 508-6581 Aulds Road on Google Maps	Dining	4.91 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Saigon Kitchen page on Yelp Search 2- 5148 Metral Drive on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.62 miles	42 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Horang page on Yelp Search 6367 Hammond Bay Road on Google Maps	Dining	4.72 miles	14 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Kelly's Kitchen Cafe page on Yelp Search 2517 Bowen Road on Google Maps	Dining	1.87 miles	14 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the NANDA CHICKEN page on Yelp Search A 477 Wallace Street on Google Maps	Dining	2.13 miles	25 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Cold Front Gelato page on Yelp Search 306-60 Commercial Street on Google Maps	Dining	2.1 miles	11 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Astera's Greek Taverna page on Yelp Search 347 Wesley Street on Google Maps	Dining · $$	2 miles	156 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Burnt Honey Dessert Company page on Yelp Search 96-3200 North Island Highway on Google Maps	Dining	2.3 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Serious Coffee Island Hwy page on Yelp Search 6357 Hammond Bay Road on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.71 miles	10 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Danpung Momiji 310 page on Yelp Search 505 Terminal Avenue N on Google Maps	Dining	1.07 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Nanaimo Wine Shoppe page on Yelp Search 3398 Norwell Drive on Google Maps	Dining	2.28 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Melange page on Yelp Search 101 - 223 Commercial Street on Google Maps	Dining	1.95 miles	4 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Fascinating Rhythm page on Yelp Search 51 Commercial Street on Google Maps	Shopping	2.06 miles	10 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Salon D page on Yelp Search 166 Selby Street on Google Maps	Beauty	1.78 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bodacious Living by Lisa page on Yelp Search 891 Millstone Avenue on Google Maps	Beauty	0.75 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rozi's Day Spa page on Yelp Search 5137 Owlstone Place on Google Maps	Beauty	3.04 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

Population Households Employment

Central Nanaimo has 8,485 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Central Nanaimo do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada. 17,977 people call Central Nanaimo home. The population density is 1.328 and the largest age group is Data provided by Statistics Canada.

17,977

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

46

Median Age

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-19:

10-19 Years

20-24:

20-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

8,485

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$80,200

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Schools in Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

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The following schools are within or nearby Central Nanaimo. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

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Central Nanaimo

Property Listings

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$739,999 CAD

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$718,500 CAD

Welcome to Central Nanaimo

Rosstown Road

Overview for Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

17,977

46 years

Medium

$80,200

Around Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

74

Very Walkable

74

Very Bikeable

49

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

17,977

Medium

46

8,485

2

$80,200

Schools in Central Nanaimo, British Columbia

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