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A sought-after neighborhood known for its proximity to the Scarborough Bluffs, diverse housing, and good schools.

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Welcome to Birchside/Cliffside

Also known as Birch Cliff to residents, the neighbourhood along the Scarborough shore between the Beaches and the Bluffs was originally built around the Toronto Hunt Club, now a private golf course with spectacular views. The main landmark is the R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant, an imposing example of Art Deco architecture. Just to the east, the towering Scarborough Bluffs offer some of the best hiking and beaches in the GTA.
 

Culture & Lifestyle

One of Toronto’s first eastern suburbs, this traditionally Irish enclave is undergoing a transformation into a sought-after neighbourhood for families looking eastward for detached homes within reasonable commuting distance to downtown. Condo developments are springing up along Kingston Road, and a wave of artisan coffee shops and chic boutiques are sure to follow.
 

Schools & Rankings

Six elementary/middle schools (Courcelette, Blantyre, Birch Cliff, Immaculate Heart of Mary, Birch Cliff Heights and Cliffside) and two high schools (Birchmount Park and Neil McNeill) provide plenty of educational opportunities. Academic scores range from below average to well above—Courcelette Public School in the exclusive Fallingbrook pocket ranks in Ontario’s top 3 percent of elementary schools.
 
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Market Trends

The price of an average home—the vast majority detached bungalows, some with second storeys added—was just under $1 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, up 10 percent from the year before. Properties sit on the market an average of 14 days.
 

Birchside/ Cliffside Favourites

According to The Richards Group Team!
 
  • Best Bar - Kingston Social House
  • Best Activity - Hiking the Scarborough Bluffs
  • Best Coffee - The Birchcliffe
  • Best Restaurant - Seraphia Inspired Cuisine
  • Best Park - Scarborough Heights Park
  • Best Shop - Cliffside Village Books
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Overview for Birchside/Cliffside, Ontario

10,647 people live in Birchside/Cliffside, where the median age is 45 and the average individual income is $97,972. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

10,647

Total Population

45 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$97,972

Average individual Income

Around Birchside/Cliffside, Ontario

There's plenty to do around Birchside/Cliffside, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Bikeable
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47
Some Transit
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Antos Restaurant, Artful Cakes, and Carne Cartel.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.99 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 3.33 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.08 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.95 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.91 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Birchside/Cliffside, Ontario

Population Households Employment

Birchside/Cliffside has 4,096 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Birchside/Cliffside do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

10,647

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45

Median Age

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Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$97,972

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Schools in Birchside/Cliffside, Ontario

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The following schools are within or nearby Birchside/Cliffside. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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