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Highland West

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Welcome to Highland West

Located on the west side of Kitchener, Beechwood Forest is a peaceful retreat that provides a break from the city's hustle and bustle. In contrast to the more urban Beechwood, this neighbourhood features lush, towering trees that create a serene, shaded atmosphere.

Location

Located on the western edge of Kitchener, Highland West is a vibrant neighbourhood featuring homes primarily built between the 1990s and early 2000s. Recently, new condominiums and townhomes have been added, bringing modern designs and amenities to the area. Highland West is ideally situated to meet all its residents' needs.

Amenities

The Boardwalk on Ira Needles, along with Highland Hills Mall and Sunrise Centre, offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Additionally, the neighbourhood boasts a variety of trails, parks, and the nearby Kitchener Public Library Forest Heights branch. For families, public school students will attend the highly regarded Sandhills for grades JK-6, followed by Westheights for grades 7-8, and then Forest Heights for high school. Catholic students will attend St. Dominic Savio for grades JK-8 before moving on to Resurrection for their secondary education.


Overview for Highland West, Ontario

256,885 people live in Highland West, where the median age is 37.2 and the average individual income is $104,300. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

256,885

Total Population

37.2 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$104,300

Average individual Income

Around Highland West, Ontario

There's plenty to do around Highland West, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Pizza Hut, The Grill Burger Kitchen, and Sora Japanese Restaurant.

Name Category Distance Reviews
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Dining 0.06 miles 7 reviews 3/5 stars
Dining · $ 0.06 miles 11 reviews 3.4/5 stars
Dining 0.12 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.17 miles 2 reviews 4/5 stars
Dining 0.22 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.32 miles 2 reviews 2.5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Highland West, Ontario

Highland West has 99,810 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Highland West do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

256,885

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.2 years

Median Age

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99,810

Total Households

2.6

Average Household Size

$104,300

Average individual Income

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Schools in Highland West, Ontario

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The following schools are within or nearby Highland West. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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