Vaughan

Vaughan is a vibrant and growing city known for its diverse and family-friendly communities. The area attracts people of all ages, including young professionals, families, and retirees, thanks to its excellent amenities, schools, and lifestyle offerings. Vaughan is a blend of established neighborhoods with spacious detached homes and newer developments featuring modern townhouses and condos.

At the heart of the city is the bustling Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, a hub for business, dining, and entertainment, enhanced by the TTC subway extension connecting Vaughan to downtown Toronto. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy exploring parks like Boyd Conservation Area and Kortright Centre for Conservation, offering trails, picnic areas, and outdoor activities. Vaughan also boasts cultural attractions like Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan Mills Shopping Centre, and a vibrant local dining scene.

Whether you’re looking for a suburban retreat or a dynamic urban lifestyle, Vaughan offers a mix of convenience, community, and opportunity, making it one of the most desirable places to live in the Greater Toronto Area.

Neighbourhood Vibe

A vibrant and evolving city with a blend of established family neighbourhoods and contemporary urban developments.

Property Pulse

Vaughan offers detached homes in established areas and modern condos in urban hubs like Vaughan Metro Centre.

Community Canvas

Detached and semi-detached homes alongside modern condos and townhouses in Vaughan.

What You'll Love

You'll love Vaughan for its family-friendly neighborhoods, vibrant urban hubs, and seamless connectivity to the GTA.

Vaughan Demographics Snapshot

Household Size

1 person: 25%
2 persons: 32%
3 persons: 18%
4 persons: 15%
5 or more persons: 10%

Household Types

One-person households: 25%
Non-family households: 5%
Families with children: 45%
Couples without children: 22%
Multiple families in household: 3%

Children Per Family

1 child: 28%
2 children: 30%
3 or more children: 12%

Broad Age Ranges

0 to 14 years: 20%
15 to 64 years: 65%
65 years and over: 15%

Most Common Ethnic Origins

Italian: 30%
Jewish: 18%
Canadian: 12%
South Asian: 10%
Chinese: 8%

Age of Primary Household Maintainer

15 to 24 years: 3%
25 to 34 years: 20%
35 to 44 years: 25%
45 to 54 years: 22%
55 to 64 years: 15%
65 to 74 years: 10%
75 to 84 years: 4%
85 years and over: 1%

Vaughan’s diverse population reflects a mix of young families, established professionals, and retirees, contributing to its vibrant community and dynamic lifestyle

Getting Around in Vaughan

Vaughan boasts a well-connected transit system with over 150 transit stops, making it easy for residents to navigate the city and beyond. Key transit hubs include Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) and Rutherford GO Station, which provide seamless connections to Toronto and other parts of the GTA. With Highway 400, 407, and 7 running through the area, Vaughan is a hub for vehicle commuters, but transit options continue to grow with the TTC subway extension into the city.

Commute Destination for Residents

Commute within the city: 70%
Commute to another city: 30%

Commute Types

Vehicle: 55%
Transit: 35%
Walk/bike: 7%

Commute Times of Residents

15 to 29 minutes: 20%
30 to 44 minutes: 40%
45 to 59 minutes: 25%
60 minutes and over: 10%
Less than 15 minutes: 5%

Vaughan residents enjoy a mix of convenient vehicle and transit options, with a significant portion commuting to nearby cities like Toronto for work and leisure. The city’s expanding infrastructure is making commutes smoother and faster for all.