Highway-427, Peel

Highway 427, or Kings Highway, is the second most active highway in Ontario, Canada, giving way to around 300,000 vehicles on average. This expressway starts from Queen Elizabeth Way and Gardiner Expressway in Toronto, merging with Major Mackenzie Drive in Vaughan. It is Ontario's second busiest expressway by quantity and third in North America.

The restaurants can be accessed within 8 minutes of driving, where you can refresh yourself from your long drives. It provides a corridor for transporting goods and materials from the warehouses near Highway 427.

With a Livability score of 38 out of 100, Highway 427 has 49% lower crime rates than Brampton's average, making it one of the safest regions in Canada. Being the second busiest highway in Canada, the cost of living is slightly higher in the region, 28% higher than that of Barmpton’s Average.

The crime rate around Highway 427 is much lower than Brampton’s average. It is 68% less than the national average, making it the safest region for families and individuals. One out of 66 people becomes a victim of crime, making it safer than 82% of cities in Ontario.

The population density in Highway 427 is significantly lower than that of Brampton, with a difference of 99%. The 36% higher median age than Brampton indicates an older population well-settled around Highway 427. 45.26% of the population around Highway 427 is South Asian, 0.61% is Black, and 0.61% is Latin American.

The median household income in Highway 427 is slightly higher by 1% than the national average. Moreover, it has a 100% lower unemployment rate than the national average. 4.1% of people earn $20,000 or less, 13.4% earn between $80,000 and $100,000, and 8.3% earn $300,000 or more around Highway 427.

Highway 427 is not just an expressway but also consists of an industrial area in Brampton. It provides easy connectivity to Highway 50, which allows industries to experience good transportation services. Most of the houses around the region were built around 1960 and 1970.

Schools

The school test scores around Highway 427 are less than the national average because of the smaller population. Over 1% of residents in Highway 427 do not possess a school certificate, diploma, or degree. However, 69.4% have completed high school, and 21.4% have completed a bachelor's degree, indicating the high literacy rate in the region.

• ÉS Jeunes sans frontières
• James Grieve PS
• ÉÉ La Fontaine
• Humberview SS
• ÉSC Renaissance
• Cardinal Ambrozic Catholic HS
• ÉÉC Saint-Jean-Bosco (Caledon)
• St Patrick School

Restaurants

Highway 427 has multiple options for Restaurants accessible within 7-8 minutes of drive. Some of the restaurants around Highway 427 are:

• St. Louis Bar and Grill
• Bar 6ix Restaurant+Grill
• Tropical Island Caribbean Restaurant
• Streetside Munchies- Best Momo & Hakka Food
• Burrito Boyz
• Punjabi By Nature

Shopping Malls

Being an expressway, Highway 427 has easy access to multiple shopping malls in regions close to the expressway. Some of the closest shopping malls reachable within 8-9  minutes of drive are:

• RioCan Centre
• Williams Centre Plaza
• Vaughan Valley Centre
• Westwood Square
• Condor Plaza
• Woodbridge Mall

Hospitals

Hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare centres are among the important things that need to be around the expressways. Highway 427 has access to all of them within 10-15 minutes of drive. Some of them are:

• William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital
• Reactivation Care Centre (RCC)
• The Queen Health Care Inc.
• iHealth Centre Pharmacy
• Loblaw Pharmacy
• Medione Fogal Compounding Pharmacy

Many top attractions are near Highway 427, within 8-10 minutes from the expressway. Here are some of the mesmerising places near Highway 427:

Rainbow Creek Park

Rainbow Creek Park is a place with serene green spaces, trails, picnic spots, and play areas, providing visitors with a touch of nature. Families and individuals can enjoy the long trails of the park, passing through beautiful green spaces. It is just 11 minutes drive from Highway 427.

Fantasy Fair

Launched in 1985, Fantasy Fair amusement park is one the best places to visit with your family near Highway 427. It is located in Woodbine Shopping Centre, where one can experience 12 amazing rides. Some of the rides include Drop & Hop Tower, Rock N Climb Challenge and Smash’ N Dash Bumper Car.

Merely 3% of the people use public transportation near Highway 427. On the other hand, most people use their vehicles to commute. Some of the popular places with  their distance are mentioned below:

• Claireville Conservation Area is approximately 8 minutes away
• BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is just 5 minutes away
• Humber Arboretum is around 8 minutes of drive away
• Toronto Pearson International Airport is approximately 8 minutes drive away
• Humber College is around 5 minutes drive away

One can reach the nearby supermarket in just 10-15 minutes from Highway 427 to fulfil the basic necessities. Some of the nearest supermarkets are:

Bestco Fresh Foods Etobicoke Store

Bestco Fresh Foods Etobicoke Store is one of the biggest Chinese supermarkets in the region. It sells various fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meats, among other household products. The welcoming and well-organised environment ensures that high-quality products are available at reasonable prices. This market is just a 9-minute drive from Highway 427, located at Martin Grove Road.

Centra Food Market

This food market offers a variety of tastes, with special items from Europe, Asia, Indonesia, South America, and the East and West Indies. Centra Food Market is operated by professionals and offers a wide range of products that cater to the needs of people living in the region from different countries. It is located in North York which is reachable within a 14-minute drive from Highway 427.

Brampton has a higher population density than Ontario. The city is known for its cultural diversity, with South Asians making up nearly half the population at 48.61%. Additionally, 14.42% of the population is the Black community, contributing to the city's rich culture. All other visible minorities account for 3.23% of Brampton's population, highlighting the diverse culture in the community.

Chinguacousy Park

Chinguacousy Park is one of the major parks of Toronto, Canada. This place offers a peaceful and stimulating environment for kids and pets. Moreover, flowers and grasses, trails, public washrooms, and other facilities are well-maintained with plenty of parking space. Additionally, it provides several things for visitors to experience, such as playing different sports, picnic spots, a pool for kids, hill skiing and a water area. One can visit this park on any day of the year.

Wincott Park

Wincott Park is a place where art meets nature. With every step into the park, visitors enter this mesmerising world of art. This place hosts several workshops for learning art disciplines, including visual arts and crafts, photography, theatre, storytelling, music, and dance. This is the best place for kids to learn and unleash their creativity in this beautiful space.

Brampton's cost of living is 8% lower than the Ontario average, making it affordable. However, living costs in Brampton are 3% higher than the national average. Housing costs in Brampton are 11% lower than the national average, giving residents more affordable housing options. If we talk about taxes, Ontario's general sales tax is 33% higher than the national average.

The average sale price in Highway 427 ranges between $14.54 million and $39 million, which shows that the average sale price is higher than the national average. However, the average rental price in Highway 427 ranges between $7,000 and $10,000, which is lower than the national average. So, renting a house is more affordable than the national average in Highway 427. As a developing area, sales and rental prices may elevate in the upcoming years.