Highgate, a predominantly middle-class neighborhood, is home to a mix of high-rise condos, townhomes, low-rise apartments, and affordable single-family homes, many built in the ‘50s and ‘60s. With 59% of its population being immigrants, mainly from China, Afghanistan, and Sudan, it's a popular choice for new Canadian families. Only 30% of the housing is owner-occupied, below the city rate of 61%. Highgate Village offers various amenities including grocery stores, pharmacies, and medical offices.Edmonds, named one of Canada’s top 100 neighborhoods in 2015, is an ethnically diverse and affordable area in South Burnaby, offering a range of housing options, including condos, townhomes, and detached houses. The neighborhood, with around 100 languages spoken, is possibly the most diverse in Greater Vancouver, earning an 83% score on its diversity index, making it a desirable location for new Canadian families.

Burnaby East, adjacent to Edmonds and Robert Burnaby Park, is a predominantly residential neighborhood with a mix of single-family homes and townhomes, attracting new Canadians and families seeking housing value. It's located beside two of Greater Vancouver's most ethnically diverse neighborhoods. The Edmonds Community Centre offers various recreational facilities, and nearby Robert Burnaby Park and George Derby Conservation area provide additional outdoor options. The area is home to several schools, including Edmonds, Twelfth Avenue & Stride Avenue Community School, and Our Lady of Mercy private school, among others. Byrne Creek, Burnaby South, and Cariboo Hill Secondaries serve grades 8-12. Efficient Translink bus service provides quick links to the Expo Skytrain Line and major roads, ensuring easy access to downtown Vancouver, New Westminster, Surrey, and other parts of Metro Vancouver.