South Surrey

South Surrey is a town centre in Surrey, BC, with a population of 53,980 based on the census of 2001. Bordering the city of White Rock, South Surrey has the biggest population of people above the age of 60 out of all of the town centres in Surrey. Different neighborhoods are included in South Surrey such as Crescent Beach, Crescent Heights, Grandview Heights, Johnson Heights, Ocean park, Chantrell Creek, Sunnyside, Semiahmoo and Morgan Creek.

Throughout the years, the parts of White Rock and South Surrey have become well-known tourist destinations. The warm weather, gorgeous beaches and scenery of the area have likewise made them a popular residence alternative for thousands of young families and retirees. With the onset of commercial buildings and residential buildings, the region continues to expand at a rapid rate. Currently, there is a new town centre revitalization development going on. various great schools, a lot of arts and recreation, diverse collection of medical facilities and social programs are only amongst the things the peninsula could offer. There are dining options offered to suit every taste in addition to extensive shopping.

The region of South Surrey is mainly a residential region, but has a growing business and retail sector. During the late 1980s, the Semiahmoo Mall was opened on the north side of North Bluff Road at Johnson Road or 16th Avenue and 152nd Street. There is another shopping centre at Peninsula Village on 24th Avenue that was constructed during the year 1990. There is likewise a movie theatre located at King George Highway and 24th.

The area is home to the Surrey Eagles, a hockey team who plays in the BCHL. The team plays at the South Surrey Arena, that has been their home in the year 1991. The South Surrey arena is among the two Olympic sized rinks within the Lower Mainland. This rink is situated within the center of the South Surrey Athletic Park. It is bounded by forests and athletic fields.