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Fleetwood, Canada

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,850
Retiree Score
100.0
Safety Index
78.5
Healthcare
77 facilities

Fleetwood is one of Surrey's seven designated town centers, offering a suburban feel with easy access to Vancouver's amenities. The area is car-dependentā€”public transit exists but isn't as robust as downtown. Winters are mild but wet, with frequent rain from October through March.

This is middle-class suburbia, not a tourist destination. You'll find strip malls, chain stores, and quiet residential streets. The Fraser River floodplain means some areas have drainage issues during heavy rains. Surrey's rapid growth brings construction noise and traffic bottlenecks, especially along Fraser Highway.

Can I afford Fleetwood?

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Fleetwood

You could save

150/mo

Savings Rate5%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,600
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,250

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
5/100
Retiree Score
(i)
100/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
šŸ’»Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Canada Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
79
Safety
77
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$2
Bread (loaf) *$3
Eggs (12) *$4
Rice (1kg) *$4
Chicken (1kg) *$12

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$20
Meal (Mid-range) *$29
Cappuccino *$4
Water (0.33L) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$141
Mobile Plan (mo) *$24
Gym (mo) *$39
Cinema Ticket *$12

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $960
1BR Outside (mo) *$689
3BR Center (mo) $1,740
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,078

* Estimated based on regional averages.

šŸ§³ Expat Life

English Proficiency
high
Expat Community
large
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Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
1403 mm
Coworking Spaces
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Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

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Fleetwood has a population of approximately 65,565 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $4,000 per month in Fleetwood, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1600/month.

The nearest airport to Fleetwood is YVR, approximately 28km away.

Fleetwood is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 78.5. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

Families who want yards and schools without Vancouver prices. Remote workers need reliable cars. Not ideal for nightlife seekers or those allergic to strip mall aesthetics.

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