Maple, York Neighbourhood Guide

Maple Neighbourhood Overview

As the name suggests, the Maple neighbourhood of Vaughan, York region is inspired by the rich maple trees. Situated in the northwest of Toronto, it is a coveted entertainment, retail, and commercial hub in the York region. With its endearing architectural ornamentation, Maple's neighbourhood is an array of shopping parks and education centres. Places like Vaughan Mills Shopping Center, Canada's Wonderland, Leviathan, Reptilia's Reptile Zoo, Wegz Stadium Bar, and amusement parks are some of its hypnotic spots. Maple was established in the 19th century and was earlier known as Rupertsville because of late. Dr Rupert. The name Maple later originated from the town's vast number of maple trees. The town is considered the centre of Vaughan in the York region since most of the government headquarters and centre halls are shortline situated.

Liveability & Lifestyle of Maple

With the wide variety of maple trees, this neighbourhood midtown is a pure treasury of maples. Maple's major development and recognition came after its transport corridors and some political support. It is one of the areas with a striking residency that offers luxury and an exquisite lifestyle. Have a look at the table below consisting of the livability score, amenities, cost of living, safety, and other factors to look for in Maple.

Liveability	83
Amenities	A+
Cost of Living	F
Employment	C-
Housing	A+
School	A-

The crime rate in Maple is 46% lower than the national average. To further depict the area's safety culture, below is a tabular representation of the same.

Index	Maple /100,000 people (approx)	Vaughan/100,000 people (approx)	Ontario/100,000 people (approx)	National/100,000 people (approx)
Total Crime	2,299	2,175	3068	4,223
Violent Crime	590	558	792	1,042
Property Crime	1,709	1,617	2,294	3,181

People & Culture of Maple

Maple has a very long agricultural history. Back in the 19th century, the well-known Kelee Street was quite congested, forcing travellers to take long or alternative routes to enter the town. However, the people of Maple started witnessing development after the establishment of the railway in the 1900s. This place is primarily famous for its quality of life, hotels, shopping complex, and peaceful environment. Even after decades, Maple's location is still known for its cultural heritage and is considered an agriculture centre. Maple community celebrates several cultures, religions, heritage, and languages. The thriving arts, music, museum, and entertainment galleries include their rich history. Maple Heritage Museum and Maple Historical Society are some of its most prominent historic sites for visitors. Over 18000 tourists visit to witness its heritage places, shopping malls, unique culture, festivals, and diversity each month. Residents of Maple love being in the town not just because of its peaceful life or events but also for its prime residency. Its average employment rate, household income, and average labour force are as follows:

Index	Maple	Vaughan	Ontario
Median Household Income	$117,210	$124,187	$87,353
Average Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%	4.2%
Average In Labour Force	64.7%	62.3%	61.7%

Here in the Maple of York region, the majority population speaks English, French, and Spanish.

Languages Spoken	Maple	Vaughan	Ontario
English	91%	90%	86%
Spanish/French	9%	10%	14%

Maple Neighbourhood Nearby

Considering its vintage heritage, Maple is one of the finest neighbourhoods of Vaughan. From museums, amusement parks, and entertainment centres to restaurants, cafes, schools, and health centres, Maple has it all.

Restaurants

People can spend some quality time with their loved ones at the neighbourhood cafes and restaurants that are proven to be the best gathering spots. Some of its remarkable cafes & restaurants are

Pita Land Maple
California Sandwiches
Grazie Ristorante
Marcello's Pizzeria
Ricci’s Pizzeria & Sandwich Shoppe

Schools

For education, there's a huge list of schools in Maple. Here are a few of the top schools that offer a majority of subjects such as politics, maths, literature, history, etc. listed below:

Michael Cranny Elementary School
Joseph A Gibson Public School
Mackenzie Glen Public School
Blessed Trinity Catholic Elementary School
Maple Creek Public School

Healthcare

What's great about Maple's health centre is they provide all major medical treatments. Doctors provide both online and offline services for patients' convenience and effectiveness. Most health centres occupy primary areas of the town. Some top healthcare centres are:

Maple Healthcare
Health Center of Maple
Vaughan Community Health Center
Care Forever Home Health Care
Maple Health Care & Rehab

Shopping Centers

Shopping Malls in Maple are so unique and diverse that they are a huge attraction for locals and visitors alike. Most shopping malls in the region are in close proximity and open 24x7. During your time in Maple, you must reach out to the top shopping centres such as:

Vaughan Mills
Smart Centres Vaughan Northwest
Peace Plaza
Tuscany Place
Eagles Landing

Top Attractions & Places to Visit in Maple

Maple is full of must-visit tourist attractions & dining places for its people. While busting with friends at amusement parks, you can witness excellent cafe spots at Canada's Wonderland. Exploring these attractions requires no additional guidance since you'll find everything once you get there. Complete exploration of Maple town can take time, but it'll be worth it. One of the places you must visit in Maple is Canada's Wonderland. Some of its top attractions are:

Leviathan
Behemoth
Yukon Striker
White Water Canyon
The Bat
Psyclone
Jungle Land

Things to Do in Maple

Indeed, Maple has a fancy yet peaceful lifestyle for its residents. But besides the amusement parks and shopping complexes, there's more to explore. For adult students, it has higher education institutes such as Joseph A Gibson Public School, Blessed Trinity Catholic Elementary School, and many more.

Cafes to Enjoy

In terms of quality cafes, there's a range of exquisite restaurants and cafes that can help you enjoy yourself to the fullest. The top-notch cafes to bring your family and friends are:

Loukomania Cafe
Tim Hortons
Farro Ristorante
Sugarhill Desserts
Aroma Espresso Bar

Explore Nightlife

St. Louis Bar & Grill is one of the most prominent places if you aim to enjoy the nightlife in Maple. The nightlife of this town speaks for itself since it has all flashy and convenient lounges. Most places are close to the centre of the town. Here are some popular night cafes in Maple:

St. Louis Bar & Grill
Buffalo Wild Wings
Kelseys Original Roadhouse
The Keg Steakhouse
AllStar Wings & Ribs

Distance & Commute from Popular Locations

You can tour anywhere from Maple. You can use the subway or bus routes to travel anywhere. So here is the schedule of popular routes:

The nearest bus station to Maple, Vaughan, York Region is Melville Avenue/Brandon Gate. It's a distance of just 431 meters and only takes 6 min by walk to reach.
Cranston Park Av/Drummond Dr is a short distance from Maple that only takes 8 min walk to reach.
The nearest train station in Maple is Maple Go which takes nearly a 53 min walk to reach.
The closest bus line to Maple is 107.

Popular Markets in Maple

Grocery Market

Maple has huge retail and wholesale grocery stores. Attractive discounts and a wide variety of goods attract customers and keep the footfall always high. Here is a list of some popular grocery markets in Maple.

Longos Weston
Highland Farms
Fortinos Woodbridge Hwy 7
Dino's No-frills Vaughan
Nations Fresh Food

Farmer Market

The farmer market in Vaughan, near Maple, is an attractive place for active farmers. It is convenient for farmers to visit and sell/buy items at reasonable prices with full transparency. Here's the list of popular markets nearby Maple:

York Farmers Market
Downsview Park Merchant & Farmers Market
Spring Farm Marketplace
Highland Farms
Woodbridge Village Farmers Market

Maple Demographics

The total population of Maple is 191% greater than Vaughan. However, the average age of Maple is 1% greater than Vaughan. Maple is mainly known for its peaceful life and appealing facilities for families and businesses. The education sector in Maple contributes enough for cultural professionals, arts and universities. In Maple houses, nearly 12.55% of the population is south Asian. While 4.24% of the population is black and 4.19% of the population is Latin American. Here is the clear statistic of Maple to understand the demographics of the town:

Statistic	Maple	Vaughan	Ontario
Population	40,291	321,974	14,804,681
Population Density(sq km)	3,492	1,202	15
Median Age	40.1	39.8	40.9
Male/Female Ratio	1.0:1	1.0:1	1.0:1
Married Couples	81%	83%	71%
Families with Kids	61%	61%	46%
Speak English	91%	90%	86%
Speak French/Spanish	9%	10%	14%

Things to Do in Maple With Kids & Pets

For both kids and pets, Maple provides an excellent facility and is considered one of the best and most friendly places for kids and pets.

Pet Friendly

Some of the well-known pet-friendly centres at Maple are:

Pet Valu
Bone & Biscuit
HollyWoof
Lobos Pet Palace
PetSmart

Kids Friendly

For kids' entertainment purposes, Maple has developed plenty of options such as gardens, amusement parks, daycare, nurseries, and educational centres. Some popular places for kids are as follows.

Lullaboo Nursery and Childcare
Canada's Wonderland
Kinderland Education & Child Centre
Maple Kidz Clinic
Childventures Early Learning Academy

Average Cost of Living in Maple

The average cost of living is calculated by 100. If the average living cost is 90%, it will be considered below average by 10%. Similarly, if the living cost is 110%, it will be considered 10% higher than the average cost of living. However, the data on the cost of living in Maple is currently unavailable. Maple's average cost of living is 4% greater than Vaughan, and it is also 7% greater than the national average. Maple houses' cost is 2% higher than the average national cost. It should be noted that the above-mentioned statistical estimates are based on nearby cities, given there is no specific data available for Maple.

Index	Maple
Cost of Living	150
Goods & Services	108
Health Care	103
Groceries	100
Housing	244
Utilities	130
Transportation	107

Real Estate Housing Market of Maple

The prices of housing properties always change as per the demand and market conditions. Maple's real estate prices are currently slow or stable, generating the buyers' interest. The real estate prices in the area are 22% down compared to its neighbourhood Vaughan. In addition, the rental properties are also currently scrolling at 100% down than Vaughan's. The majority of houses sale came from condos which comprise nearly 45% of the whole. Detached homes make up approximately 25%, and semi-detached houses comprise about 15% of the property. Here are some top places to live nearby Maple: