Broughton, Hamilton

Broughton is a small neighbourhood located in the southern part of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. This neighbourhood provides the residents with seamless connectivity to other neighbourhoods and major cities of Canada. Various educational facilities and healthcare centres are available in the neighbourhood to cater to the residents' needs. When it comes to shopping opportunities, Broughton offers shopping centres located in/near the area. For travellers, Broughton offers great connectivity to Hamilton International Airport, which is easily accessible by car. Broughton reflects a rich nature in culinary delights by offering a variety of cuisine options. Tourists frequently visit the place as the area is located near some popular landmarks such as Gaga Park and Bayfront Park.

The livability score of Broughton is rated 79/100. The neighbourhood offers the entire nation various attractive residential and commercial real estate properties. Some other key factors of livability in the neighbour are:

The population density of Broughton is 134% higher than that of Hamilton, making the neighbourhood a decently populated area. The welcoming nature of Broughton is no stranger to the world, as immigrants from different parts of the globe reside here. Most of the immigrant-occupied population in the neighbourhood consists of Arab and Black people. Most of the population in the neighbourhood speaks English. There is no number associated with the French-speaking people. Here are some statistics that offer a detailed insight into the immigrants in the neighbourhood: Below is the insight for spoken language in Broughton:

Some of the popular neighbourhoods near Broughton are mentioned below:

• Strathcona
• Stoney Creek
• Randall
• Waterdown
• St. Clair
• Sheldon
• Stoney Creek Mountain
• Mountain View
• Mount. Hope
• Ancaster

Broughton Schools

Some of the popular educational institutions in Broughton are:

• Ray Lewis ES
• ES George-P-Vanier
• EE Pavillon de la jeunesse
• Nora Frances Henderson SS
• St John Paul II Catholic ES
• St Jean de Brébeuf Catholic ES
• ÉÉC Monseigneur-de-Laval
• Bishop Ryan Catholic High School
• ESAC Mere-Teresa

Broughton Shopping Centres

Below are some popular shopping centres in/near Broughton:

• CF Lime Ridge
• Upper James Square
• Fennell Plaza
• Rymal Retail Centre
• Summit Park Centre

Some of the top attractions and places to visit in Broughton include:

Gage Park

Settled in Brampton, Ontario, the Gage Park is a plant-safe urban park highlighting a variety of themed gardens. This park was first created in 1903 after Sir William J.  Gage donated  1.7 acres of land to the town. Each nursery addresses an unmistakable culture or verifiable period, offering guests a wonderful walk around different scenes. From the skating trails to the veterans' monument, the site gives a charming mix of regular magnificence and social environment.

Bayfront Park

This beautiful green space is located on the west side of Hamilton Harbour. Bayfront Park is spread over 16 hectares or 40 acres of land. The park is well-known for hosting various concerts and summer festivals. This park also offers a sandy beach with a trail,  which is 6-metre wide, that circles the park. Bayfront Park was formed after spending over $9 million. At first, there was a vacant land that was then converted into an attractive green space named Bayfront Park.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

This is an aviation museum founded by Dennis Bradley, Alan Ness, Peter Matthews and John Weir. The museum is located at the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport.  With the collection of  47 propeller-driven aeroplanes and military jets, this museum attracts numerous visitors to the site. Some popular aircraft collections in the museum include the Auster AOP.6 16681, Beechcraft D18S A-0156, Canadair CF-104 Starfighter 12790, and more.

Art Gallery of Hamilton

This is an art museum spread over 75,000 sq ft in Hamilton, Ontario. This museum was first developed as a municipal gallery in 1914. Tobi  Bruce is the current director of the museum and Shelly Falconer is the current president. Architectural credit for the design of the museum goes  to Trevor Garwood-Jones. However, it was Bruce Kuwabara who did the renovation. The art collection of the museum contains the work of different artists of Canada in the number of over  1000+. This place is responsible for attracting different tourists to the area and providing seamless connectivity to Broughton.

Broughton is a friendly and cheerful neighbourhood that welcomes visitors from all over the world. Tourists and residents often enjoy various activities and social gatherings in this neighbourhood. Here are some interesting things to do in the social landscape of Broughton.

Sporting Events

Residents and visitors can enjoy various sporting events in sports arenas and stadiums nearby. Bill  Friday Lawfield Arena and First Ontario Centre are two prominent sports centres located near Broughton. These places are popular for hosting football games and ice hockey, respectively. These structures are not limited to sports, as multiple music shows and cultural events find a stage in these arenas.

Theatre

No individual is a stranger to the world of theatrical arts. People often like to spend some of their time in the evening at a theatrical show. This provides the residents with the opportunity to take a break from their regular schedule to get a relaxed experience. Theatre Aquarius is a popular theatre near Broughton. Visitors and residents can access the theatre facilities and shows to make their evenings memorable.

Broughton is strategically located at a connective place, offering seamless transit options to residents and visitors alike. Some of the popular locations with the travel time and distance are mentioned below:

• Canadian Warplane Heritage is a popular museum located roughly 10 km away from the location. One can reach the place in approximately 13 minutes via car.
• Dundurn Castle is located roughly 14.9 km away from the location and takes nearly 20 minutes to reach the destination.
• Bayfront Park is nearly 12 km away and requires a drive of approximately 22 minutes to reach the place.
• Theatre Aquarius is a popular entertainment spot for Canadians, situated roughly 10 km away from Broughton and takes nearly 15 minutes to reach.
• John C. Munro is the closest airport to the neighbourhood and is located 11 km away from the location. It usually requires a drive of 14 min to reach the place.
• Bill Friday Lawfield Arena is 3.8 km away from the location, and it takes 6 minutes to reach it.

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Below are demographic insights of Broughton for a better understanding of the neighbourhood:

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On a scale of 100 as the national cost of living index in Canada, Broughton scores 97. This makes Broughton 14% less expensive than Ontario, which scores 111. Ontario is 11% more expensive than Canada's average living cost. Below are more detailed insights into the cost of living in Broughton:

Broughton has distinctive housing options to offer to buyers. Whether these options are condos, townhouses, villas, etc., the neighbourhood has everything to offer to the people of Broughton. The average home sale prices in Broughton range from $442,000 to $659,000. However, these prices are not fixed and can change depending on the conditions of the real estate market.