Beaverton, Durham Neighbourhood Guide

Beaverton Neighbourhood Overview

Beaverton is a neighbourhood that is located on the shores of Lake Simcoe and the starting point of the Beaver river, where both the water bodies meet. Visiting this locality during the summertime is desirable for tourists and explorers. This small township offers an unforgettable charm that attracts large groups of people. The Beaverton neighbourhood is not only desirable during one season, but it is also a famous spot during winters, it has become a hotspot for active ice fishing locations in Northern America. Beaverton's livability score of 73 out of 100 is considered excellent. The crime rates in this small town are rated at 5%, which is higher than the Brock average. The cost of living is equivalent to that of Brock, and the real estate prices are 4% which is again higher than Brock. Rental prices in Beaverton are 100% lower than the average in Brock.

Livability & Lifestyle of Beaverton

With a score of 73/100, this neighbourhood has been ranked #2 in Brock based on livability measures. Ranked #1685 neighbourhood in Ontario, ranking above 89% of all areas. Which makes it an ideal location to grow with a family. Ontario is a great location to be called home, and the table below states why it is one of the best.

Livability	73
Amenities	D+
Cost of Living	B+
Crime	A+
Employment	C-
Housing	A-
Schools	D
User Ratings	N/A

Beaverton’s crime rate is calculated at 35%, which is lower than the national average crime ratings. Violent crimes in Beaverton are 32% which is again lower in comparison to the national average of Canada. In Beaverton, there is only 1 in 37 chances that you will become a victim of crime, which clearly states that the neighbourhood is safe and not dangerous. Beaverton is safer in comparison to 50% of the cities in the whole of Ontario. The table below will help us understand crime rates better-

Crime Index	Beaverton(Per 100k individuals) (estimate figure)	Oshawa (Per 100k individuals)	Ontario (Per 100k individuals)	National (Per 100k individuals)
Total Crime	2753	2616	3086	4223
Violent Crime	706	671	792	1042
Property Crime	2046	1945	2294	3181

People & Culture of Beaverton

The median household income in Beaverton is calculated to be 13% which is lower than the national average of Canada. With the unemployment rate 50% lower than that of the whole nation, it is better for people. 7,7% of individuals earn at least $20,000 or less, 11.1% earn $80,000 and $100,000, and 1.5% earn $300,000 or more.

Index	Beaverton	Oshawa	Ontario
Median Household Income	$71,898	$84,489	$87,353
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.8%	4.2%
In Labour Force	49.0%	57.5%	61.7%

Residents in this neighbourhood of Beaverton majorly speak English as it is the official language of the country. Hence, there are other languages as well that are spoken here.

Language	Beaverton
English Speaking	96.1%
French Speaking	0%

Beaverton Neighbourhood Nearby

Schools

The schools near Beaverton are–

Holy Family Catholic School
Beaverton Public School
Thorah Central Public School

Restaurants and Cafes

Restaurants and cafes near the neighbourhood of Beaverton are–

The little brown jug
The Shortis cafe and bar
Beaverton restaurant ins
Beaverton fish and chips
Tar’d N Seafood
Cedar Point Market
Big Bone Barbeque

Shopping Complex

Some of the shopping complexes near the neighbourhood of Beaverton are–

Whimsy
Keyes Busy Beaver Variety and Gift shop
Beaverton Superstore
Orillia square Mall
Lindsay Square Mall
Curious Bear Market Place

Healthcare Centres

Beaverton-Thorah health centre
Bock community health centre
OATC Beaverton Clinic

Top Attractions & Places to Visit at Beaverton

Beaverton is a fun place to be in and experience the hidden treasure, here is a list of things one can do as a tourist in Beaverton neighbourhood–

Sunflower Farm

Canada’s first and the only sunflower shaped trail that will leave you amazed. Sunflower Farm is a top tourist attraction in Beaverton, and the place has rows of beautiful sunflowers that will put you in a romantic mood. Experience the farm life in a 20-are field and pumpkin patch, find the sunflower farm on Instagram and mark the location on your must-visit list.

Old Stone Church

National historic site, this church is open to the public on the first Sunday of every month. Make sure not to forget to visit this place. The church was constructed back between 1840-1853. The authenticity of this historical architecture marks its importance in the history of Beaverton.

Beaverton Thorah Eldon Historical Society Museum

Beaverton Thorah Eldon, Historical Society Museum, is another excellent location, tours are run on a donation basis, but the place has a ton of archives that speak of the historical times in Beaverton.

Whites Creek Flower Farm

Harriët and her farmhand beau purchased this farm back in 1991 on the shore of Lake Simcoe. The place is famous for its collection of beautiful blooms and products and goods from local artisans. Whites Creek Flower Farm offers a lovely collection of flowers that the guests can look at and enjoy with a sweet picnic spread.

Things to do in Beaverton

There are several things to do in Beaverton for fun, and some of them are listed below for your reference–

Have a picnic with your family in the lavish gardens of Beaverton, Whites Creek Flower Farm can be a good place for you to explore with your family.
During the winter, people can enjoy ice fishing, a traditional activity when the mercury drops.
There are several museums and historical locations that can also be visited.
There is a Cedarhurst Golf Club that can also be on your to-do list, get a golf lesson and enjoy your day at the fresh grass grounds.
Massage Envy spa cedar hills is just the perfect location for relaxing after having a tedious and sporty day at the gold course. Relax your body and your mind with a spa and massage session.

Distance & Commute from Popular Locations

The International Airport is distanced at 115.7 km from the neighbourhood of Beaverton.

Popular Markets in Beaverton

Beaverton Farmers Market

There is Beaverton Farmers Market in the neighbourhood that is a daily provider for the people of Beaverton. Located at 443 Mara Rd. at the A5 Pet and Bird Depot, Beaverton, ON, Canada, Ontario. The market offers a lot of produce, fresh and dry, daily needs ingredients and bakery.

Simcoe Street Market

Simcoe Street Market is an organised marketplace stationed on the Historical Main street in the heart of Beaverton, Ontario. It is a market open throughout the year, a hub for artisans and traders from the neighbourhood. The best bit of the market is the collection of quirky jewellery, ceramics, home goods, beauty essentials, kitchenware and much more. It is an excellent place for artisans and designers to showcase their work and establish their brands.

Beaverton Demographics

The population density, as per data of Beaverton, is 1326% higher than in Brock, and the median age is calculated to be 13% higher than in Brock. In Beaverton, 1.59% of the Chinese population, 1.25% is the South Asian population, and 0.81% of the population is Multiple Visible Minorities. The population statistics of Beaverton Neighbourhood are mentioned in the table below-

STATISTICS	Beaverton
Area Code	249,683,705
Population	3186
Population density	417
Median Age	52.9
male/female ratio	1.2:1
Married Couples	63%
Families w/ kids at home	31%
English speaking	96%
French speaking	0%

Things to Do in Beaverton With Kids & Pets

Beaverton, Brock is a great place to grow a family, some of the places that one can visit with their kids and pets are mentioned below–

Forget me No–Alpacas– this is a place that should be on your checklist as this will be something your kids will love.
Sunflower farm will be a great sensory place for your kids to interact with.

Whites Creek Flower Farm will be fun to picnic with your family and pets.

Average Cost of Living in Beaverton

With a rating of B+ in cost of living, Lakeview is a good destination to call home. The cost of living average has been calculated using the national average of 100. It is generally 10% lower than average if the cost of living is 90 and 10% higher than the average if the cost of living is calculated to be 110. If the data is unavailable, then the data is calculated based on the cost of living in the nearby neighbourhoods.

Index	Beaverton
Cost of Living	95
Goods and Services	108
Groceries	100
Health care	103
Housing	62
Transportation	107
Utilities	130

The cost of living in Beaverton is calculated to be 15%, lower than the average of Brock.
Cost of living is 5%.
Housing in Beaverton is 38% which is lower than Canada’s average.
The sales tax in Ontario is 33%
Income tax in Ontario is 40% lower than the country’s average.

Real Estate Housing Market of Beaverton

Beaverton has apartments, plots, bungalows, villas and even independent houses for rent and sale. The housing cost in Beaverton can vary depending on market fluctuation. Houses for sale in Beaverton are 24, which can cost around $949K-$3.50M, whereas there are only eight houses available for rent which on average cost around $2K–$3K.