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Why live in Cloverdale?

Cloverdale is a suburb of Surrey, BC, bordering the City of Langley and located roughly 45 minutes southeast of downtown Vancouver. Not only does it have an excellent public transportation network that makes getting into the downtown core a breeze, but Cloverdale is quaint and charming, with the neighbourhood’s main street paying homage to the 1870s.

Quality and diversity of education in Cloverdale

The Surrey School District, or BC School District No. 36, is responsible for running the public schools in the entire city of Surrey, which includes Cloverdale. One of the main secondary schools in Cloverdale is Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary School. After graduating from high school, Cloverdale residents can have their pick of post-secondary institutions in the Metro Vancouver Area, including the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Tech Campus, which is located right in Cloverdale. For instance, the University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, Capilano University, Vancouver Film School, the Art Institute of Vancouver, and the Emily Carr University of Art + Design are all nearby.

Most populous cities in Cloverdale

Some of Cloverdale’s main neighbourhoods are West Cloverdale and Clayton Heights. However, there are several other neighbourhoods surrounding Cloverdale in the City of Surrey, such as South Surrey, Newton, Guildford, Bridgeview, Fraser Heights, Fleetwood, Morgan Creek, Ocean Park, South Westminster, South Newton, Anniedale, and Sunnyside.

Quality of infrastructure for Cloverdale

Cloverdale residents benefit from excellent public transit access thanks to Metro Vancouver’s TransLink system. In addition to the many bus routes that run through the neighbourhood, there is a SkyTrain station in Surrey, and there are three more stations on the way that will connect Surrey with Langley as part of the new SkyTrain expansion. Further, Cloverdale is less than 45 minutes by car from Vancouver International Airport in Richmond and is conveniently near Highway 10, Highway 15, and the Fraser Highway, which means quick access to Richmond, the U.S., and downtown Vancouver. Finally, Cloverdale residents can currently seek medical care at Surrey Memorial Hospital, though a second, state-of-the-art Surrey Hospital and BC Cancer Centre is set to open in Cloverdale in the coming years.

Safety and security for Cloverdale

The Surrey Police Department (SPD) enforces all laws in Surrey and its many communities, including Cloverdale. That said, Cloverdale is one of the safest parts of Surrey to live in, boasting low crime rates. If you are ever in an emergency, you should always call 9-1-1.

Cloverdale property market

Cloverdale’s property market is thriving, especially given its proximity to downtown Vancouver and its relative affordability compared to many other parts of the Metro Vancouver Area. The housing market in Cloverdale is largely dominated by detached homes, townhomes, and duplexes, though there are a number of condo and apartment buildings to cater to the younger population.

Standard of living in Cloverdale

Cloverdale residents enjoy a high standard of living. Between the quaint city core, not to mention the area’s affordable housing options and ever-growing health and education infrastructure, there are so many perks that come with living in Cloverdale. If you don't believe us, just consider the fact that Vancouver, which Cloverdale is a part of, was ranked one of the most liveable cities in the world by The Global Liveability Index. Their 2023 Liveability Report named Vancouver as the fifth most liveable city on the planet.

Something wonderful about Cloverdale

Cloverdale is bursting with culture and charm and plays host to a wide range of festivals and events throughout the year. For example, Cloverdale hosts the largest Canada Day celebration in all of Western Canada. They have also hosted a rodeo, the Cloverdale Rodeo, since 1945 at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Meanwhile, other attractions in the area include the Cloverdale Flea Market, Bear Creek Park, the B.C. Vintage Truck Museum, and the Surrey Museum. Cloverdale also has a film industry, with several television shows filmed in the area, like Smallville, Sabrina, and Supernatural.