Family-friendly neighbourhoods in Kingston
Kingston overall is an older city. The typical resident is 42.8, and only about 14% of people are under 15. But some neighbourhoods buck that trend hard.
Rideau Heights and Fort Henry Heights lead the list, with roughly a third of residents aged 0 to 14. Bayridge, CFB Kingston PMQs, and Sexton Place aren't far behind.
Across Kingston, 53% of homes are single-detached and about 6 in 10 residents own rather than rent, both signs of settled family neighbourhoods. Incomes vary a lot by area though. Fort Henry Heights and CFB Kingston PMQs sit near $91,000 to $95,000, while Rideau Heights is much lower at $46,000.
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Top neighbourhoods in Kingston by residents aged 0–14
| Neighbourhood | residents aged 0–14 | Median income |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Rideau Heights · Kingston | 35 | $46,000 |
| 2. Fort Henry Heights · Kingston | 34 | $91,000 |
| 3. Bayridge · Kingston | 31 | $78,500 |
| 4. CFB Kingston PMQs · Kingston | 25 | $95,000 |
| 5. Sexton Place · Kingston | 25 | — |
| 6. Greenwood Park · Kingston | 24 | $128,000 |
| 7. Woodhaven · Kingston | 24 | $104,000 |
| 8. Taylor Kidd & Centennial · Kingston | 21 | $87,000 |
| 9. Cartwright Point · Kingston | 21 | $113,000 |
| 10. Westwoods · Kingston | 21 | $127,000 |
| 11. Collins Bay · Kingston | 20 | $120,000 |
| 12. Kingscourt · Kingston | 20 | $56,000 |
| 13. Atkinson · Kingston | 20 | $98,000 |
| 14. Strathcona Park · Kingston | 20 | $74,000 |
| 15. Westbrook Heights · Kingston | 20 | $106,000 |
| 16. Reddendale · Kingston | 19 | $92,000 |
| 17. Joyceville · Kingston | 19 | $107,000 |
| 18. Maclean Park · Kingston | 19 | $98,000 |
| 19. Lyndenwood · Kingston | 19 | $104,000 |
| 20. Lakeland Acres · Kingston | 18 | $120,000 |
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Common questions
What is the most family-friendly neighbourhood in Kingston?
Rideau Heights has the highest share of kids in Kingston, with about 35% of residents aged 0 to 14. Fort Henry Heights is close behind at 34%.
Which Kingston neighbourhoods have the most families with young kids?
Rideau Heights, Fort Henry Heights, and Bayridge top the list, all with 31% or more of residents under 15. CFB Kingston PMQs and Sexton Place both come in at 25%.
Are family-friendly neighbourhoods in Kingston affordable?
It depends on the area. Rideau Heights has the most kids but a median income of just $46,000. Fort Henry Heights has a nearly identical share of kids at 34% but a much higher median income of $91,000.
Do most people own or rent in Kingston's family neighbourhoods?
Ownership is common citywide, with about 60.5% of Kingston residents owning their home. Single-detached houses make up 53% of the housing stock, which fits the family-oriented feel of neighbourhoods like Bayridge and Woodhaven.