79 waterstone drive
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
79 Waterstone Drive is exceptionally well served by transit, with five Route 672 stops within 430 meters. The closest stop is Eastbound Tim Sale at Stan Bailie, just 138 meters away, offering a quick walk to catch the bus.
Route 672 provides direct access to several key destinations, including Acadia School, Fort Richmond Collegiate, GILL'S SUPERMARKET, and Sobeys. This makes daily errands and commutes convenient for residents without a car.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The neighborhood is rich in parks and recreational spaces, with Jinnah Park and Point West Park both within a 5-6 minute walk. Families will also appreciate École South Pointe School, only 462 meters away, and Bairdmore School Playground 600 meters from the property.
Additional green spaces like Bairdmore Park, Sandpiper Park West, Tranquil Bay Park, and Grandmont Park are all within a 10- to 11-minute walk, offering ample outdoor leisure options.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in South Pointe has shown a volatile trend, with property crimes rising sharply from 73 incidents in 2017 to a peak of 144 in 2024, though they dropped to 121 in 2025 and just 8 in 2026. Violent crimes fluctuated from 9 to 31 incidents before declining to 5 in 2026.
Overall, the most recent two years (2025 and 2026) indicate a significant improvement, with property crimes down 93.4% and violent crimes down 80.8% year-over-year in 2026, suggesting the area is becoming safer.
Who Is This Home For
79 Waterstone Drive is ideally suited for families, given the proximity to École South Pointe School, Bairdmore School, and numerous parks like Jinnah Park and Point West Park. Commuters will benefit from excellent transit access via Route 672, with stops within a short walk connecting to supermarkets and schools.
First-time buyers will find this neighborhood appealing due to the improving safety trend and the abundance of amenities within walking distance. The recent sharp drop in crime in 2026 also makes it increasingly attractive for retirees seeking a quiet, family-oriented community.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 79 waterstone drive, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
South Pointe · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
13
2026
vs. city avg
-56%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -92%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
62%
Transit Score
79 waterstone drive has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (145 m) away at Eastbound Tim Sale at Stan Bailie (South). Route 672 serves this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
79 waterstone drive — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 462 m), 2 parks (nearest 387 m).
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →