Westheights neighborhood with detached homes, autumn trees, tennis courts, and a swimming pool, seen from above.

Westheights

This family-friendly suburb has a community centre and several great schools.

Property Listings

Two-story brick house with a double garage framed by colorful autumn leaves.
Active Under Contract
MLS® X13826772
Listing courtesy of REAL BROKER ONTARIO LTD.

$940,000 CAD

22 Ripley Crescent, Waterloo, ON N2N 1V4, CA
5 Beds 3 Baths
57 Trailview Drive
Active Under Contract
MLS® X14100964
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC.

$825,000 CAD

57 Trailview Drive, Kitchener, ON N2N 1P7, CA
4 Beds 3 Baths
143 Hillbrook Crescent
For Sale
MLS® X13884686
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd

$700,000 CAD

143 Hillbrook Crescent, Kitchener, ON N2N 1J4, CA
4 Beds 2 Baths
42 Blackwell Drive
Active Under Contract
MLS® 40872300

$699,900 CAD

42 Blackwell Drive, Kitchener, ON N2N 1P8, CA
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,892 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Westheights

This family-friendly suburb has a community centre and several great schools. Parks and walking trails are throughout the area, and the local high school, FHCI, offers amenities like tennis courts, soccer fields, a pool, a library, a skateboard park, and a running track.

Location

This family-friendly suburb features a community centre and several excellent local schools. Parks and walking trails are scattered throughout the area, and the local high school, FHCI, offers a range of amenities including tennis courts, soccer fields, a pool, a library, a skateboard park, and a running track.

Amenities

Additionally, various public schools have several ball diamonds. For shopping, The Boardwalk, Sunrise Centre, and Highland Hills Mall provide plenty of options, and there are numerous grocery stores in the area. Forest Heights, with development dating from the mid-70s to the 90s, is predominantly single-detached homes with diverse styles and price ranges. The west end's Westheights section offers more affordable options, including townhouses and semi-detached homes, making it a great choice for first-time buyers.


Overview for Westheights, Ontario

256,885 people live in Westheights, 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 Westheights, Ontario

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

72
Very Walkable
Walking Score
53
Bikeable
Bike Score
62
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Bent Elbow, Bangkok Cuisine, and Wimpy's Diner.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
The Bent Elbow Logo
Dining · $$ 0.03 miles 35 reviews 3.9/5 stars
Bangkok Cuisine Logo
Dining · $$ 0.12 miles 23 reviews 3.7/5 stars
Wimpy's Diner Logo
Dining · $$ 0.15 miles 18 reviews 3.2/5 stars
Embers Logo
Dining 0.17 miles 2 reviews 4/5 stars
Dining 0.22 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Swiss Chalet Rotisserie & Grill Logo
Dining 0.31 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Westheights, Ontario

Population Households Employment

Westheights has 99,810 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Westheights 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

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
99,810

Total Households

2.6

Average Household Size

$104,300

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Schools in Westheights, Ontario

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The following schools are within or nearby Westheights. 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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