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Windfields is a neighbourhood in Oshawa in the Durham region. This area has seen rapid development in the last 10-15 years. This neighbourhood has been developed around the Windfields Farm region which also holds a rich historical value. Formerly, this region was renowned as Parkwood Stables and was a famous horse racing farm. The owner of this race farm was Colonel Robert Samuel McLaughlin (owner of the McLaughlin Motor Company). Fascinatingly, this business eventually transformed into General Motors Canada, leaving an indelible mark on the region. As a unique tribute, numerous streets and residential areas in this locality are named after renowned racehorses. Moreover, Windfields Farm holds the distinction of being the birthplace of Northern Dancer, the first Canadian winner of the Kentucky Derby. As of now Windfields, Durham has emerged as a well-developed neighbourhood. It has many housing options for people wishing to relocate here. The design of the homes in this region is heavily inspired by the Ontario Colonial Revival period. It includes brick, and stone and features stunning front porches. These homes have shuttered windows and beautiful front-gabled roofs. The neighbourhood has educational institutions like Durham College and Ontario Tech University. There are various hospitals, restaurants, and shopping centres near this area. Overall, this region offers a decent lifestyle to the residents.

Windfields is a small neighbourhood with a livability score of 81/100. This neighbourhood has many attractive and budget-friendly real estate options across Durham.

Windfields has a population of 6,263 people. The crime rate in the region is 47% lower than the national average. The chance of a citizen being a victim of a crime is very low, with a probability of 1 in 84. The table below displays the local crime estimates -