Best neighbourhoods in Burlington for families
Tansley ranks as Burlington's top neighbourhood for families, with a typical income around $148,000 and half of residents holding a university degree. Alton and Lowville follow, with incomes near $140,000 and $132,000.
Across Burlington, close to 8 in 10 residents own their home and about 56% of homes are single-detached, so most of these neighbourhoods lean toward houses over condos. Citywide, about 21% of residents spend 30% or more of their income on housing. Incomes on this list run from about $107,000 in Alton West Village up to $151,000 in Tyandaga.
What matters for families in Burlington
Bars are the Burlingtonaggregate's percentile rank vs Ontario's 20,000+ census areas on the metrics that drive this persona.
Top neighbourhoods
| Neighbourhood | Median income | Median age | University-educated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Tansley · Burlington | $148,000 | 34.4 | 50.4% |
| 2. James & New · Burlington | $156,000 | 47.2 | 46.4% |
| 3. Alton · Burlington | $140,000 | 36.4 | 46.7% |
| 4. Lowville · Burlington | $132,000 | 51.6 | 43.8% |
| 5. Shoreacres · Burlington | $114,000 | 47.2 | 43.5% |
| 6. Tyandaga · Burlington | $151,000 | 48.0 | 36.1% |
| 7. Appleby · Burlington | $113,000 | 42.0 | 43.0% |
| 8. Appleby & Corporate · Burlington | $105,000 | 35.6 | 46.5% |
| 9. Fairway Glen · Burlington | $116,000 | 38.0 | 37.5% |
| 10. Alton West Village · Burlington | $107,000 | 35.6 | 42.0% |
| 11. Burloak & Great Lakes · Burlington | $119,000 | 38.0 | 35.5% |
| 12. Headon Forest · Burlington | $109,000 | 47.6 | 40.9% |
| 13. Longmoor · Burlington | $110,000 | 37.2 | 36.5% |
| 14. Mount Nemo · Burlington | $138,000 | 50.4 | 27.7% |
| 15. Glenwood Park · Burlington | $92,000 | 32.8 | 44.9% |
| 16. Millcroft · Burlington | $102,000 | 62.8 | 39.5% |
| 17. Port Nelson · Burlington | $101,000 | 45.2 | 40.8% |
| 18. Appleby & Upper Middle · Burlington | $111,000 | 41.6 | 32.8% |
| 19. Roseland · Burlington | $100,000 | 65.0 | 39.9% |
| 20. Palmer · Burlington | $105,000 | 41.2 | 34.9% |
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Common questions
What is the best neighbourhood in Burlington for families?
Tansley ranks highest, with a typical income around $148,000 and half of residents holding a university degree. Alton and Lowville follow close behind.
Are Burlington's best family neighbourhoods affordable?
Not especially. Incomes here run high, from about $107,000 in Alton West Village up to $151,000 in Tyandaga, so most neighbourhoods sit comfortably into six figures.
How educated are residents in Burlington's top family neighbourhoods?
Fairly educated. Tansley leads at just over 50% with a university degree, and most other neighbourhoods on the list sit between 36% and 44%.
Are Burlington's family neighbourhoods mostly homeowners?
Yes. Citywide, close to 8 in 10 residents own their home rather than rent, and about 56% of homes are single-detached houses.