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.
Fresgo Inn Restaurant and Merienda Bake Shop are great bakeries near Central City Place. If you are looking for coffee McDonald's and Chatime Surrey offers great options for residents of Central City Place. There is cuisine from all over the world available at Habib Market. Locals of Whalley love dining at Nahm Thai Bistro, White Spot Central City and Tomato Shack Pizza. There is a surprising amount of green space with Central City Plaza nearby Central City Place. You can find pharmacies Medical Centre Prescriptions, Kingstons Pharmacy, Save-On-Foods within walking distance. From clothes to electronics and everything in between, King George Centre, is the perfect place to pick up the items on your list. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Light co. Fit For Women Gym Ltd is a super popular fitness center with locals. Pet owners will enjoy there is Surdel Animal Hospital Inc in Whalley. William Of Orange Christian and Our Lady Of Good Counsel are nearby schools for children living in Whalley. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Vancouver Career College is located within it. The closest subway station is Surrey Central Station.
