Parksville

Parksville offers renowned beaches just north of Nanaimo.

Welcome to Parksville

Parksville is located on the east coast of Vancouver Island just a 30 minute drive north of Nanaimo. The town offers world renowned beaches, plenty of outdoor activities and caters to both growing families and seniors alike. Some attractions include Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, The Parksville Beach Festival (held every summer), Paradise Fun Park and so much more. 

 

Close in proximity to the iconic Coombs Old Country Market featuring the famous goats on the roof, Englishman River Falls, Little Mountain Lookout and North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, Parksville has plenty of things to offer to both it's residents and visitors. 

 

 

More Information: https://www.visitparksvillequalicumbeach.com/

Overview for Parksville, British Columbia

25,106 people live in Parksville, where the median age is 63 and the average individual income is $87,840. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

25,106

Total Population

63 years

Median Age

Medium

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

$87,840

Average individual Income

Around Parksville, British Columbia

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

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including BoMé Cheese, Extreme Eatery, and Nana & Papa’s Bakery.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.31 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.98 miles 6 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 1.2 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.15 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.22 miles 29 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Dining · $$ 3.11 miles 22 reviews 4.7/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Parksville, British Columbia

Parksville has 12,100 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Parksville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada. 25,106 people call Parksville home. The population density is 1 and the largest age group is Data provided by Statistics Canada.

25,106

Total Population

Medium

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

63

Median Age

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12,100

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$87,840

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Schools in Parksville, British Columbia

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The following schools are within or nearby Parksville. 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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