Best neighbourhoods in Guelph for families
If you're house hunting in Guelph for a family, the city already leans that way. About 16.3% of residents are under 15, the median age is 39.6, and 68% of homes are owner-occupied, mostly single-detached houses (50.9% of the stock). Housing costs eat up 30% or more of income for 21.9% of households citywide.
Among the top-ranked neighbourhoods for families, Kortright Hills stands out for income at $136,000, with a median age of 44.4. Guelph Bird Sanctuary follows at $125,000, and Hamilton Corner combines a strong $117,000 income with the highest education level on this list, 50.2% university-educated.
What matters for families in Guelph
Bars are the Guelphaggregate'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. Hamilton Corner · Guelph | $117,000 | 38.4 | 50.2% |
| 2. Kortright Hills · Guelph | $133,000 | 40.8 | 42.8% |
| 3. Hart Village · Guelph | $97,000 | 27.6 | 50.0% |
| 4. Farnham · Guelph | $117,000 | 34.8 | 40.5% |
| 5. Clair & Gordon · Guelph | $96,000 | 47.6 | 50.0% |
| 6. Grange Hill East · Guelph | $117,000 | 36.4 | 32.6% |
| 7. Clairfields · Guelph | $94,000 | 32.8 | 42.5% |
| 8. The Village by the Arboretum · Guelph | $92,000 | 79.5 | 46.1% |
| 9. Waverley · Guelph | $109,000 | 42.8 | 35.0% |
| 10. Rickson Ridge · Guelph | $98,000 | 34.0 | 37.2% |
| 11. West Willow Woods · Guelph | $111,000 | 35.2 | 31.8% |
| 12. Old University · Guelph | $93,000 | 38.0 | 40.8% |
| 13. Wyndham & Wellington · Guelph | $87,000 | 44.4 | 44.3% |
| 14. Priory Park · Guelph | $93,000 | 39.2 | 38.4% |
| 15. Exhibition Park · Guelph | $86,000 | 36.0 | 44.0% |
| 16. Brant · Guelph | $101,000 | 36.4 | 28.6% |
| 17. Victoria & Grange · Guelph | $94,000 | 39.2 | 29.1% |
| 18. Stevenson & Elizabeth · Guelph | $92,000 | 44.0 | 31.0% |
| 19. Parkwood Gardens · Guelph | $88,000 | 47.2 | 29.8% |
| 20. Two Rivers · Guelph | $89,000 | 35.6 | 28.9% |
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Common questions
What is the best neighbourhood in Guelph for families?
Kortright Hills ranks near the top for families, with a median income of $136,000 and a median age of 44.4. Guelph Bird Sanctuary ($125,000) and Hamilton Corner ($117,000, 50.2% university-educated) are strong options too.
How many children live in Guelph?
About 16.3% of Guelph's population is under 15, and the median age citywide is 39.6.
Is housing affordable for families in Guelph?
For some. Citywide, 21.9% of households spend 30% or more of their income on housing. Most homes are owner-occupied (68%) and single-detached (50.9%).
Are Guelph family neighbourhoods well-educated?
Yes, several rank high. Hart Village and Hamilton Corner both have around 50% of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher, among the highest shares on this list.