Dunbarton Fairport Apartments1066 Dunbarton Road, Durham, Ontario, L1V 1G8

Dunbarton is a neighbourhood in the City of Pickering, Ontario. This neighbourhood is a part of Durham municipality. It covers an area of 1.62 square kilometres. The neighbourhood is home to 2,614 people. It is quite densely populated compared to other parts of Pickering. The people here are mostly married and many families have children at home. The area is bounded by Highway 401 to the south and Pine Creek Valley to the north. Fairport Road and Appleview Road mark its eastern boundary, while the rear lot lines of properties along Spruce Hill Road define the west.

Dunbarton has a rich history. It is named after William Dunbar, who bought land here in 1840. In the past, it had local shops and businesses, like general stores and a hotel. Fairport Road and Kingston Road are the main roads for getting around today. The latter is also where most nearby shops and services are found. Houses in Dunbarton are mainly large, detached homes. Some areas are set for new houses and upgrades. The neighbourhood has three places of worship and several parks, which adds to its charm. Crime is low here, making it safer than many other Ontario cities. Living costs are slightly higher than the national average but lower than Pickering's average. Dunbarton is a pleasant and safe place to live, with a good mix of history, nature, and modern facilities.