Neighborhood Overview
One of the flourishing and peaceful neighbourhoods, Woodland Hill is a multifaceted suburban community in Newmarket, York. Well connected by highways 400 and 404, Woodland Hill is conveniently accessible to schools, shopping malls, restaurants, parks, and golf courses. With just a 30-minute drive from North Toronto, residents can enjoy the best of both worlds - big city amenities and quaint country life.
Once a rural settlement, this neighbourhood was developed as an urban community during the late 1990s. Woodland Hill has a beautiful mix of newly developed semi-detached and detached homes ideal for young couples and families.
Lush green parks, breathtaking trails, and small pockets of dense forest surround this secure area. Additionally, Woodland Hill offers ample options for outdoor recreation with 10 acres of preserved land. During summers, families can enjoy the community’s water playground.
With an exceptional livability score of 88, Woodland Hill is considered one of the best neighbourhoods for families with kids. Let us quickly go through the community’s overall livability and lifestyle score:
| Livability | 88 |
| Amenities | A+ |
| Commute | A+ |
| Cost of Living | F |
| Crime | A- |
| Employment | A+ |
| Housing | A+ |
| Health | A+ |
| Schools | A |
While the cost of living is 4% higher than the national average, the significantly low crime rates are a huge plus point for Woodland Hill. The crime rates are 43% lower than the Canadian average, making the community one of the safest places to live.
| Index | Woodland Hill /100k People | Newmarket /100k People | Ontario /100k People | National /100k People |
| Total crime | 2,391 (estimate) | 2,545 (estimate) | 3,086 | 4,223 |
| Violent crime | 614 (estimate) | 653 (estimate) | 792 | 1,042 |
| Property crime | 1,778 (estimate) | 1,892 (estimate) | 2,294 | 3,181 |
Woodland Hill is a family-friendly neighbourhood with a cosmopolitan population from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Around 113 different ethnic groups coexist peacefully in the community, with 13% of its inhabitants having Chinese origin. Besides, 12% of residents are of Italian origin.
The median household income is $117,229, which is 42% higher than the Canadian average, resulting in a better standard of living and enhanced community well-being. Around 2.9 % of the population earns $300,000 or more. Check out more details on
| Index | Woodland Hill | Newmarket | Ontario |
| Median household income | $117,229 | $109,574 | $87,353 |
| Unemployment rate | 4.0% | 4.1% | 4.2% |
| In labour force | 69.7% | 64.0% | 61.7% |
Due to the multicultural landscape, the linguistic scene of Woodland Hill is quite heterogeneous. However, most of the population, around 80% of people, prefer English as their first language.
| Speak English | 88.4% |
| Speak French | 0% |
Woodland Hill is a relatively new neighbourhood with detached homes and an exciting array of amenities for a comfortable lifestyle. With excellent educational institutes, dynamic culinary landscapes, and the best healthcare facilities, there’s so much to do in Woodland Hill.
Woodland Hill offers quality education with a lot of public and catholic schools. Here’s a list of schools:
Woodland Hill’s epicurean landscape is as diverse as its cultural scene. Residents can enjoy an exciting range of cuisines, ranging from Asian to local. Check out the below list of top restaurants in the neighbourhood:
The neighbourhood is a shopper’s haven. There are extensive shopping options with a variety of high-end shopping malls.
Though Woodland Hill is a relatively new neighbourhood, it has some of the best medical and healthcare facilities in the area. Here’s a list of hospitals:
Woodland Hill is surrounded by beautiful parks, breathtaking hiking trails, and numerous modern recreational avenues. Residents can go for picnics, hikes, cycling, or enjoy sumptuous local food scenes.
Spread across 10 acres of preserved land, Bailey Ecological Park seems like a perfect antidote to the clamorous city life. A prominent bird and animal sanctuary, there are wetlands, thickly forested areas, oxbow ponds, and East Holland River passing through the park.
While hiking through a tree-lined trail along the East Holland River, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of flora and fauna.
Riverwalk Commons is one of the top attractions in Woodland Hill that offers year-round outdoor recreational activities. During summers, Riverwalk Commons is a bustling waterside playground with a seasonal splash pool and ice skate rink. Additionally, families can participate in live cultural events.
Residents of Woodland Hill can get their dose of retail therapy at Upper Canada Mall. Spread across 996.183 sq. ft, this mall has emerged as the ultimate shopping destination for locals and travellers. With an impressive lineup of over 214 stores, the mall brings all luxury top brands under one roof.
When it comes to recreation and fun activities, there’s no dearth of options in Woodland Hill. Right from museums to parks and trails to playgrounds, there are a ton of things to do!
Woodland Hill may have been developed during the early 2000s, yet it is well-connected with the rest of the city. Moreover, the community has a robust transport service, which makes it easier to get around various parts of Toronto.
One of the popular marketplaces, Newmarket Farmers Market, is the best place to farm fresh produce. Every Saturday, residents can buy green vegetables, freshly harvested fruits, and artisan goods while catching up with friends and family for brunch.
Farm Boy offers a unique shopping experience with its wide variety of farm-fresh produce, butcher-quality and hormone-free organic meats such as beef, pork, and chicken. Residents can buy freshly-sourced dairy products, artisan cheese, and grocery products.
The neighbourhood is known for its multiculturalism, with over 113 ethnic groups sharing a peaceful community.
Around 53% of families in the community have a kid at home and a median age of 40.9 years. These factors make this neighbourhood one of the most sought-after among young couples and families. Here’s a quick look at the demographic statistics:
| Statistic | Newmarket |
| Population | 88,702 |
| Population density (sq km) | 2,331 |
| Median age | 40.6 |
| Male/Female ratio | 1.1:1 |
| Married couples | 73% |
| Families with kids at home | 53% |
For families and individuals with kids and pets, there is always something exciting to do in Woodland Hills.
The overall cost of living in Woodland Hill is relatively higher than the national average. While the cost of living is 3% higher than Canada’s average, housing is quite affordable. Since the development of this area began in the early 2000s, the Woodland Hill housing is 13% lower than the national average. This table gives a quick glance at the overall cost of living score in the area:
| Index | Wexford |
| Cost of living | 103 |
| Goods & Services | 108 |
| Groceries | 100 |
| Health care | 103 |
| Housing | 87 |
| Transportation | 107 |
| Utilities | 130 |
Woodland Hill is currently one of the most profitable real estate markets, with a median sales price of $1,325,000. The community has 54% detached houses, followed by 3% townhouses and 12% semi-detached homes. Most of the properties consist of 3 bedrooms. For rental properties, the median price is somewhere between $3000 per month.
The average housing cost in Woodland Hill is $ 1,325,000.
On average, house rental costs somewhere around $3000- $3,050 per month.
Aurora, Glenway Estates, Summerhill Estates, and Amritage are some of the neighbourhoods close to Woodland Hill.
Homes generally sell quickly in the neighbourhood and have a diverse range of selections.
Woodland Hill stands out among other Ontario neighbourhoods.
