FACTS & STATISTICS (from 2005 community profile)
- The direct population of Ucluelet is 1,652 people. The surrounding region, which is also serviced by Ucluelet, totals about 3000 additional residents.
- From mid March until mid October, which is the primary visitor season and fishing seasons, the population is significantly higher.
- With the population at roughly 2,000 people today and the projected increase of over 3,000 people by 2018, the population of Ucluelet may well be over 5,000 people in 15 years. This is more than double the current population.
- The value of building permits issued by the District of Ucluelet has increased by 600% since the year 2000.
- The Ucluelet Medical Clinic has two full-time doctors and one part-time doctor available by appointment only.
- The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) office in Ucluelet currently is comprised of one sergeant, four constables, one full time and one part-time office staff.
Earnings of Ucluelet residents:
- 80% reported employment earnings
- 20% reported pension, disability or government funded income
- 9.7% unemployment rate according 2001 census
Average House Price - $234,289
Distances and Travel Times to Ucluelet:
- From Victoria – 288 km and 4.5 hours driving
- From Vancouver – 196 km, 3.5 hours driving and 1.5 hours ferry
- From Seattle – 422 km, 6 hours driving and 2 hours ferry
Land and Water:
- 670 hectares of land
- 478 hectares of water
