The New Lawrence Heights

Englemount-Lawrence is an expansive neighbourhood in the North York District, Toronto. It houses several smaller communities, such as the Lawrence Manor and others. Englemount-Lawrence is located northwest of downtown Toronto and is bordered by the Allen Expressway and Highway 401. Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue West serve as its main arteries. Further, the Lawrence West and Wilson subway stations are nearby. The neighbourhood is primarily known for its family-friendly environment and cultural richness. Residents enjoy convenient access to parks, schools, hospitals and more.

Home seekers and investors enjoy diverse housing choices in this neighbourhood. While condos are the dominant housing type, other options like detached homes, older houses and apartments are also spread across the neighbourhood. Apart from a well-developed residential infrastructure, the neighbourhood offers ample recreational opportunities. Some landmark places include Lawrence Plaza, Baycrest Terrace and Petroff Gallery.

Englemount-Lawrence has an overall livability index of 73/100. Take a look at its various livability indices:

Englemount-Lawrence is safer than 30% of the cities in Ontario. The neighbourhood’s secure living environment establishes its appeal as a family-centred place. The overall crime rate is 17% lower than the national average, while violent crimes are 13% lower than the national average. Further, the neighbourhood has also benefitted from a 15% decrease in Toronto’s crime rate year-on-year.  In Englemount-Lawrence, only 1 in 29 residents stand a chance of being a crime victim. Here are some recent stats: