Surrey is a city in British Columbia within the Metro Vancouver regional district and metropolitan area. It is a suburban city with the 2nd largest population in British Columbia. There are seven neighbourhoods in Surrey; Fleetwood, Whalley, City Centre, Guildford, Newton, Cloverdale and South Surrey.
Surrey has a population of 517,887. It is the 12th largest city in Canada. Immigration has drastically increased in the area since the 1980s, this has led to an ethnically and linguistically diverse city. Surrey's median household income is more than twice the regional average. Industries in Surrey include high tech, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, health, education, agriculture and arts.
Surrey is home to nature reserves, art centres, beaches, skate parks, forests, hockey and soccer fields, galleries, museums, recreation centres and bike/hiking trails. There is something for everyone!
Annual festivals include WinterFest, Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair and the Surrey Vaisakhi Parade. Every summer Surrey also hosts the Canada Cup International Women's Fastpitch Tournament.
Park George Phase II and University District are nearby condo buildings.
Grab some fresh goodies at nearby bakeries Safeway Surrey Central, Safeway Bakery, and Maxim's. A fresh cup of java or tea is never hard to find with Prado Cafe, Bubba tea, and AM Expresso Caffes in the hood. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at Lotte Giants Market. Locals recommend eating at Pho Tam Vietnamese Restaurant - they have great food! There is a surprising amount of green space with Civic Plaza, Central City Plaza, and West Village Park nearby 13438 Central AVE. Safeway Pharmacy Surrey Centre is the pharmacy in Whalley near 13438 Central AVE. London Station Property is a shopping center in Whalley that has something for everyone. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Smart Frames & Accents. She's Fit is a super popular fitness center with locals. If you enjoy reading you will be happy Read-Ability Services is in Whalley. Schools in Whalley include William Of Orange Christian, Kwantlen Park and Old Yale Road. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Kwantlen Polytechnic University is located within it. Ride the subway underground, the closest station is Surrey Central Station.