Caledon-Village, Peel

Still a site of historical significance and formerly known as Charleston, Caledon Village is an important locality situated at the intersection of Highway 10 (Hurontario Street) and Regional Road 24 (Charleston Side Road). Its convenient location lies close to all major destinations in Caledon and is covered by various amenities. The site is home to the historical Caledon Fair Grounds, and the locality is well known for its civic prominence. It has held grounds for various public meetings, Annual Agricultural Society Fairs and judicial proceedings. The Caledon Township Agricultural Fair is still held in this village every year in June. The Caledon Village remains a loved community centre and a recommended stop for tourists wishing to get the true local experience. It is also a popular locality to settle down and raise a family, offering a mix of urban and rural living ideal for those looking for a peaceful yet modern lifestyle.

With an exceptional livability score, Caledon Village offers a beautiful neighbourhood locality. The neighbourhood has essential amenities and leisure activities like camping sites, theatres and art libraries. The place is lined by shopping plazas and fast food restaurants and is a prime destination to view some of Ontario's most regal autumn foliage. The Caledon Village is ranked highly as per livability, so much so that it ranks better than 99% of areas in the region. The locality offers a modest lifestyle with numerous parks and entertainment options. Caledon Village is a reasonably safe neighbourhood rated A+. The crime rate in the past years has decreased by a whopping 61% compared to the national average. The chance of being a victim in the town is 1 in 62. Caledon is frequently voted as one of the safest communities in the country. These attractive aspects make the neighbourhood much more fascinating for the residents. Following is a table that illustrates the crime estimates in the area.

As a popular neighbourhood, Caledon has a national average income higher than the national average. With various opportunities for residents and citizens to land lucrative jobs, the unemployment rate in the village also remains lower than the national average by 37%. A significant fraction of the population earns between $80,000 to $100,000, which explains the higher income rate, and around 7.7% of the population earns more than $300,000. The major part of the working population is a part of the wholesale and retail industry, while education, health and social services form a close second. The population of Caledon Village rests around 82,130, which is around 62.4% higher than the national average. As a town in the regional municipality of Peel in Ontario, its population promises agreeable living conditions. The following table showcases the average household income of the town. As a wealthy town with annual wages higher than the national average, the town pays high taxes; however, this also ensures that the community has excellent services, amenities and facilities. Historically, the town residents had made a rich living out of the region's natural bounty through gold mining, harvesting the abundant farmlands, and economically using the town’s freshwater sources. Caledon is a town with a predominantly English-speaking population. Here are some statistics for a better understanding.

Caledon is well known for its untouched beauty that is maintained in credit to the conservation lands it has preserved. Here is a list of the best neighbourhoods in Caledon:

• Queensgate
• Bolton East
• Bolton West
• Bolton North
• Mayfield West
• Alton
• Taylor Woods
• Caledon Village
• Valleywood
• Inglewood
• Palgrave
• Strawberry Fields

Caedon Schools

The town holds education and teaching in high regard, and various renowned educational institutions are close to the town. These institutions offer quality education for children and all citizens. Some of them are:

• King’s College
• Caledon Central Public School
• Caledon East Public School
• SouthFieldsPS Village

Caledon Shopping Malls

Having shopping malls located nearby brings better accessibility and convenience to all residents of a community. Caledon Village offers a wide range of retail stores and services, ensuring the residents don’t have to travel larger distances and can easily save time and effort. Here are some of them:

• Caledon Village Plaza
• Bramalea City Centre
• Smart Centres Brampton

Caledon Restaurants

Caledon Village is known for being the perfect balance between a traditional and modern living experience. In addition to beautiful calming natural trails and parks, the town also offers modern fine dining experiences and cosy cafes for all citizens and visitors. A few of the most popular restaurants in the area are:

• Villa Caledon Inn
• Inaka Japanese Restaurant
• Dolce Family Ristorante
• The Vista by Chef Denis
• Tom’s Family Restaurant

Caledon Hospitals

Caledon Village understands the need for quality treatment and cares for the well-being of all its citizens. With multiple hospitals, pharmacies and doctors readily available, the town ensures that all medical facilities are available for the residents if and when required. Some of the nearby hospitals in Caledon Village are -

• Headwaters Health Care Centre
• Castlemore Health Centre
• William Osler Health System- Brampton Civic Hospital

 

The city has various attractions and noteworthy locations recommended to people visiting the area. Some popularly visited attractions include natural landscapes, historical sites and entertainment complexes. Caledon Village offers the regionals diverse experiences sure to impress. Various other developments are also coming up in the region, adding to the tourist attraction.

Cheltenham Badlands

Cheltenham Badlands is one of the most popular outdoor locations due to its unique geological formation featuring red clay hills and valleys. People can walk along the roadside or the trail and enjoy the scenic views.

Forks of the Credit Scenic Road

This beautiful drive is the best choice for those who enjoy stunning views of Caledon's hills, valleys and rivers. It lies on the famous Bruce Trail and is an excellent spot for fishing. It is a popular site to visit in the winter for cross-country and snowshoeing. Visitors can hike and picnic at the site, as the park has numerous trails.

Belfountain Conservation

The Belfountain Conservation is another beautiful park with magnificent waterfalls, fountains, pools and flower gardens. It is an excellent pick for visitors who want to connect with nature. The conservation overlooks a beautiful waterfall. The trail lies on the Niagara Escarpment and features freshwater springs that flow down limestone cliffs. This park was also recently restored to protect the property's natural heritage.

Alton Mills Arts Centre

This creative centre, open every Wednesday through Sunday, is home to about 25 studio artists, galleries, unique shops, a café and a heritage museum. The centre has been called "a jewel in the crown of the GTA art scene" and is often remembered as Canada’s most beautiful arts centre. The themed weekends at the centre are the best time to visit and offer a value-for-money quality experience.

GoodLot & Farmstead Brewing Co.

GoodLot & Farmstead Brewing Co. is the town's most famous brewery and a must-visit location for all who can enjoy a good beer surrounded by nature at its best. The brewery is an organic hop farm and brewery that makes fresh, hyper-local farm-raised beer with homegrown ingredients. The brewery also offers delicious lunch options, live music and games for the kids.

Caledon Village offers a wide range of activities around the area. It is reasonable to say that all interests and fancies can be covered around the town. In addition to the brilliant arts theatre we’ve already mentioned, the town also features an art studio and an infamous Clay Studio that displays original stoneware clay caricatures. Tours can be booked through Brenda Newtin’s Clay Studio for a group of people as per preference.

Get that Farm Experience

Caledon Village has various farms offering dream tours for those who enjoy the natural greenery. Alabaster Acres and Albion Orchards are two farms that are the most popular choices for visitors for their unique natural, memorable experiences. The Davis Family Farm offers visitors 60 acres of Sunflower beauty and is popular among families with kids for its serene beauty. Visitors can enjoy a comfortable stay in 4-season glamping tents at some farms, like the Alabaster Acres, which offers a generous and welcoming hospitality experience.

For the Shopaholics

Caledon Village also offers visitors a thrill-of-the-hunt shopping experience where they can return with various one-of-a-kind gifts and items. It includes jewellery, antiques, clothing, art and numerous other goodies. The Cheltenham General Store and Foster’s Book Garden are famous for their top-notch shopping experiences. The Cheltenham General Store even offers accommodation to visitors. They carry unique books with obscure titles and funny socks.

The Treasure Quest

If you're looking to shop for all kinds of original items from the region, the Treasure Quest is true to its name and offers a variety of options for shoppers.

Due to its location in the middle of two highways, the town enjoys places close to all important sites and popular areas. A highlight of the city is the well-maintained roads and transit services that offer convenience for all citizens.

• The Toronto Pearson International Airport is only 30 minutes from the town.
• As the town is located at the intersection of Highway 10 (Hurontario Street) and Regional Road 24 (Charleston Side Road), it takes only around 10 minutes before one can reach the closest highway.
• It takes only a convenient 10-minute walk to reach the closest shopping mall, the Caledon Village Plaza. Another popular mall, Orangeville Plaza, also lies close to the town, and one can easily reach it in a 10-minute car drive.
• The nearest hospital, Headwaters Health Care Centre, is only a short distance of 10-minute drive from the village. One can also choose to visit the Stevenson Memorial Hospital within a 30-minute drive.
• The nearest train station to the village is Brampton GO which lies on 27 Church Street and is about 25 kilometres away. Typically one can reach the station in about a 25-minute card drive.

Any Caledon local is sure to remember and specially mention the town’s popular country markets. These markets are renowned for their locally grown fruits, vegetables and locally produced baked goods. One can spend a beautiful day shopping and visiting these brilliant local spots with a historical vibe. The cast-iron street lamps, historical buildings and traditional surroundings offer a memorable experience. Most of the area's markets are situated in Caledon East, Bolton. Here are some of them:

Downey’s Farm Market

This farmer’s market is one of the most renowned marketplaces in the country. It is known for its freshly baked and organic produce. The market sells fruits, vegetables, baked goods, honey maple syrup, a winery, and a farm yard. The markets stay open daily.

Woodbridge Village Farmers Market

This popular market sells apples, cider, pies, flowers, jams, cheese, meats and more. The market does not run throughout the year and stays open only from June to October.

Caledon Sabzi Farm- Garden Centre/ Farmer’s Market

The market has many fruits and vegetables and is the best for Indian snacks, garden tools, manures, soils and other gardening needs.

Caledon Village is a vibrant neighbourhood, bustling with activity due to its high population density, which is 524% higher than that of Caledon. The community here is a mix of different generations, as indicated by a median age that is 14% higher than in Caledon. This diverse population contributes to the rich tapestry of the neighbourhood. Caledon Village embraces a beautiful blend of cultures and traditions. South Asian residents comprise 4.41% of the population, while African-American and Latin-American communities account for 1.88% and 1.64%, respectively. This infusion of diverse backgrounds creates a lively and inclusive atmosphere in the neighbourhood.

Caledon Village is a very agreeable destination for families with kids and pets on leashes, offering numerous attractions and entertainment for all to enjoy. The Cheltenham Badlands mentioned earlier allow pets to be a part of the trail on a leash. The Caledon Trailway is another such trail that makes for an attractive entertainment spot for families with kids and pets. This multi-use trail runs 35 km through Caledon, and one can bike, horseback, or cross country. The trail also offers historical landmarks, bridges and villages along the way. Pets are allowed on leash.

Residing in Caledon Village offers a comfortable lifestyle, although it comes with a higher cost of living than the national average. The expenses related to housing, in particular, are 16% higher than the average.

The housing market in the Caledon Village neighbourhood is doing well. The housing market in Caledon Village is sturdy, with a reasonable amount of homes available for sale over the next three months. Most of the homes in the neighbourhood comprise townhouses and condominiums. In Caledon Village, the prices of properties range from $800,000 to $3 million when it comes to buying a home. The average rental prices in Caledon Village range between $1,500 and $3,000, depending on the property type. According to MLS statistics, properties in the Caledon Village neighbourhood are usually listed for about 16 days before being sold. Caledon Village has a median price of approximately $965,125, about 45% higher than the Canadian average. The town has various housing options, ranging from one to four-bedroom houses. The homeownership rate in Caledon Village is 35% higher than the Canadian average.