Ford, Halton

Ford is one of the most popular neighbourhoods that the City of Milton created in 2004. The Ford family, for whom the district is named, moved to Milton in the 1830s. It is one of Milton's latest neighbourhoods. It is located south of Louis St. Laurent Avenue, between Bronte Street to the west and Regional Road 25 to the east. Many of the homes feature unique expansive grounds and stunning architecture. The Ford neighbourhood was made for families with massive homes, sidewalks, green spaces, boardwalks, and bike lanes. Traffic-ridden roundabouts have also been installed to encourage safe driving in the neighbourhood. Ford attracts the attention of various Real estate investors as it is also one of the most impressive neighbourhoods. Large homes on substantial grounds, plenty of public parks, and an abundance of excellent schools make it an ideal place to raise a young family. Due to its contemporary outlook, new-style houses, and rich environment, Ford is a unique area to invest in. Many residents of other regions are flocking to live in this flourishing space.

This area flaunts a family-friendly community in the Toronto metropolitan area. Its contemporary housing facilities, brand-new infrastructure, world-class amenities, and room to grow make it extremely attractive for young families to settle in. Ford has a Livability Score of 83/100, which is considered exceptional. Ford's crime rates are 14% lower than the Milton average. The cost of living in Ford is 1% lower than the Milton average. Ford real estate prices are 28% higher than the national average. The livability score of Ford, Milton is as follows:

Comfortably living in the Southeast, Ford is an upscale, established, family-friendly neighbourhood within walking distance of downtown Oakville and Port. It has credible and resident-friendly facilities, boutiques, and restaurants. Residents come from various cultures and backgrounds and share the best of modern conveniences, social activities, commuting, education, and family life in Ford. Located in an elementary school area, this community is popular with families with school-age children and commuters to Toronto. Ford's Median household income is 47% higher than the CDN average, the in-labour force is 21% higher than the CDN average, and its unemployment rate is 24% lower than the CDN average.

Ford, Halton residents have access to the best of contemporary conveniences, social activities, commuting, education, and family life. Ford has several city parks & ice rinks. The top attraction is its vicinity to Maple Grove Village Shopping Centre, which is visited by several people who live in and around the area. Its treetops and green spaces cater to outdoor recreation, and the Ford location provides quick access to schools, medical centres, shopping arcades, recreation centres, parks, and lots more.

Schools

The schools in Ford are one of the main attractions for residents, as the neighbourhood promises great educational facilities for children. Ford is a massive and socially ell-equipped residential development in southwest Milton, with 5 Public Schools and 4 Catholic Schools: Public Schools:

• Viola Desmond PS
• Boyne PS
• Milton DHS
• ÉÉ Patricia-Picknell
• ÉS Gaétan Gervais

Catholic and Private Schools:

• ÉÉC Saint-Nicolas
• St. Scholastica Catholic ES
• Jean Vanier Catholic SS
• ÉSC Sainte-Trinité

Restaurants

The neighbourhood's eateries accurately reflect the traditional and contemporary appeal of the area. At the corner of Louis St. Laurent Avenue and Bronte Street, you'll find Starbucks, Pizzaville, and Bento Sushi. You can also visit Ford's local bakeries, enjoy coffee at Tim Hortons and check out the best Vietnamese cuisine. You can visit Main Street for fine dining options, and the bustling central Milton has Italian, Thai, American, sushi, all-day breakfast, and a variety of restaurants like:

• Wild Wing Milton West
• China Star
• Sunset Grill
• Pho Metro Asian Cuisine
• Symposium Cafe Restaurant & Lounge

Malls and Markets

The square at the northeast corner of Louis St. Laurent Avenue and Bronte Street South has a beer store, grocery store, and pharmacy. Alternatively, drive a few minutes north along Bronte to Derry Heights Plaza. You will find several other shopping options and the neighbourhood shops like a bakery, car dealership, and a range of speciality medical facilities. Some of the best malls and marketplaces in the area are:

• Glamorous Glass
• Milton West Shopping Center
• Kingston Centre Shopping in Milton Keynes
• Kabul Farms Supermarket
• Metro Milton

Healthcare Facilities

Some of the major emergency medical centres are located in Ford. From cardiologists and optometrists to dentists, paediatricians, and gynaecologists, there are all kinds of medical facilities and centres in the area:

• Halton Healthcare - Milton District Hospital
• Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
• Halton Healthcare - Georgetown Hospital
• Family Matters Centre
• Wellness Centre Inc
• LifeMark Physiotherapy
• Work-Fit Total Therapy Centre
• Oakville Chiro & Family Health
• Healthsense Medical

Ford is a marvellous infrastructural beauty with lush greenery, open spaces, tree-lined houses, clean and attractive residential areas, and several top attractions you can visit in Halton. You can visit the Ford Assembly Plant, which opened in 1953 and is visible from the QEW/403. Some of the most prominent tourist attractions in and around Ford are:

Crawford Lake Conservation Area

Crawford Lake Conservation Area is a conservation area owned and operated by Conservation Halton near Milton, Halton. The conservation area contains Crawford Lake, a reconstructed Iroquoian village, and several hiking trails.

Halton County Radial Railway Museum

The Halton County Radial Railway (HCRR) is a full-size operating electric railway and museum, featuring historic electric railcars operating on two kilometers of scenic track. The HCRR is owned and operated by OERHA and is Ontario’s first and largest electric railway museum.

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area

Rattlesnake Point is an eco-tourism area located in Milton, Ontario, Canada and is owned and operated by Conservation Halton. Spanning roughly 100 square kilometres near the Niagara Escarpment, the Rattlesnake Point area is home to many golf courses, country markets and equestrian training and boarding facilities.

Lochland Botanicals

This place is full of flowers, fresh herbs, artisan teas, plant-based beauty products, and natural farm honey. It boasts a beautiful lavender field, sunflower fields, and a wagon ride. A great plce to pack a picnic and plan to spend a few hours with friends and family.

Livingston Park

It is a beautiful retreat in Milton, with great trails for biking and hiking, lots of wild flowers., scenic stream and pond, a narrow trail between two water bodies – steady waters of Mill Pond on one side and fast running 16 Mile Creek on the other. It’s a fun adventure for kids.

Ford is a family-oriented community, and many of the town's amenities reflect that. Locals head out on weekends to visit one of the area's two major parks or enjoy what the nearby area offers. Main Street in Milton is where most of the action takes place. Maple Grove Arena is a nearby public ice skating and hockey venue. With plenty of green space, several parks, and quick access to lakes, you'll find plenty of family-friendly leisure and fitness activities.

Art And Culture

Cultural attractions such as the FirstOntario Arts Center Milton, Milton City Hall, Milton Mall, and Milton Memorial Arena are not far from Ford.

Activities

Ford Neighborhood Park has plenty of space for running and walking. It gets very busy in the summer because of its basketball court, splash pool, and playground. Raspberry Park is another public green space on Ford's property, located at Raspberry Terrace, with a picnic area, garden, and plenty of room to run around or walk your dog.

Recreational Facilities

The neighbourhood has an impressive range of leisure facilities. The Milton Indoor Turf Center caters to local sports junkies when the weather cools. The indoor vaulted synthetic grass pitch is home to the Milton Football Academy. Ford is also close to many premier golf courses, including Rattlesnake Point Golf Club to the south and Royal Ontario Golf Club to the east.

Ford, Halton is highly suitable for drivers. Many of the dedicated consumer spaces are outside neighbourhood boundaries and may not be practically accessible on foot or by bicycle. Commuters without a car can take the Milton Transit Route 9 bus on Highway 25 to the Milton GO station, but even getting on that bus can be difficult if you live east of the city. The neighbourhood has quiet streets and extensive grounds and is not far from all the necessities.

• The time to the closest shopping mall is 10 minutes.
• The time to the hospital is 5 minutes.
• The time to Toronto Pearson international airport is 25 minutes.
• The time to the closest highway is 10 minutes

Ford has some of the best markets and malls for purchasing daily goods and high-end luxury products and services. Some of the best marketplaces in and around Ford, Halton are:

Sobeys

It is a modern grocery store with full-service meat and seafood department, fresh produce, an on-site bakery, prepared foods, and a flower shop.

John's No Frills

While groceries are central to their offering, the store offers a great range of products and services to meet everyday household needs.

Ford is one of the fastest-growing economies in Halton. You will find residents of all origins, especially South Asian, Blacks, and Arabs, residing in this neighbourhood because of its surging growth in retail, real estate, infrastructure, and recreation. The population density in Ford is 523% higher than in Milton, and the median age in Ford is 10% lower than in Milton. Immigrants are generally from Pakistan, India, the Philippines, Iraq, and Columbia.

Ford Halton is abundant with parks and spaces ideal for kids & pets. With Ford Neighbourhood, and Raspberry park offering ample green spaces, walking trails, and a hoard of activities for all age groups, you can also enjoy the natural beauty of one of the safest and most upscale neighbourhoods in Halton. Here are some key areas and parks you can take your children and pets to. Dog Parks in Ford include Leash Free Milton, Milton Dog Park, and Leash-free Dog Park. Additionally, several kids-friendly parks are Ford Neighbourhood Park, Bronson Park, McCready Park, Bristol District Park Parking, Livingston Park, Sherwood District Park, Burling Park, and Drumquin Park.

At Ford, you can choose from traditional family homes, new construction, and beautiful lakefront luxury homes. Waterfront properties can surprise you with their splendour. The cost of living in Ford is 7% lower than the Milton average but 3% higher than the national average. Ford housing is 10% lower than the national average. Goods and Services are affordable, and the costs are declining. Here is an overview of the average cost of living in Ford, Halton:

Ford's residential real estate sector is full of modern home designs in one of Milton's newest neighbourhoods. It was created in 2004, but the construction of the Ford houses began only in 2015. You will generally find large two-storey single-family homes in abundance, and most of these residential spaces have built-in garages and large porches. It didn't take long for Milton's Ford area to become one of its most popular real estate markets. The most spacious on the large lot are its bungalows and 2-storey styled homes. A more affordable counterpart is located in the northern part of the municipality, which may have been extensively updated and renovated or completely replaced with a bespoke contemporary infill. You will generally find Single Detached houses for $1,290,000, which is 6% higher than the GTA median; semi-detached houses for $1,350,000, which are 38% higher than the GTA median; condominiums for $550,000, which are 15% lower than the GTA median, and Townhouses for $756,500, which are 5% higher than GTA median (all approximate figures). Rentals may start from approximately $5,450