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Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2 / Neighbourhood guide

Hamilton · A CLOSER LOOK

Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2
location & neighbourhood.

The daily stops. The local connections.
The details that help you choose a home.

By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic
Project imagery · Renderings are illustrative

01 / THE SETTING

Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2 location:
Hamilton.

Located within the Greater Hamilton metropolitan area, Ryckmans is a neighbourhood in Hamilton, Ontario.

1351 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON L9B 1K2, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Hamilton

1351 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON L9B 1K2, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Ryckmans

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Your next step

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Compare the places and connections that matter to your day.

Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2 supplied project rendering
Project imagery, rather than a photograph of nearby amenities. Renderings are illustrative.

A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

Ryckmans has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Even though this part of Hamilton is not known for its vibrancy, with the nightlife venues in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located a short distance away. Ryckmans is very good for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. Many locations in the neighbourhood have fairly good access to public green spaces, like William Connell City-Wide Park, since there are about 10 of them close by for residents to discover.

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Getting around

This area will attract home buyers who value living in a compact community since it is rather walkable; many common errands can be run without the use of a car. In contrast, commuting by bicycle is at times challenging in Ryckmans because the topography is not particularly flat, and there are few bike lanes. The transit in this part of the city is not especially accessible. Nonetheless, house owners benefit from a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. In contrast, driving is usually the favoured transportation option in Ryckmans. It is convenient to find a parking spot, and it is a reasonably short car ride to the closest highway from any home in this neighbourhood.

Everyday essentials

Parents and their kids will appreciate that no matter where their property is located in Ryckmans, primary schools and daycares are nearby. On the other hand, there are only a few high schools and consequently they can be a rather long trip away. As far as food is concerned, a supermarket is generally accessible within a reasonably short stroll from any home in Ryckmans. Likewise, there are a good number of options in close proximity for those who care about restaurants and cafes. Residents benefit from a fair number of clothing stores within a short distance.

Local character

Ryckmans has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Even though this part of Hamilton is not known for its vibrancy, with the nightlife venues in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located a short distance away. Ryckmans is very good for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. Many locations in the neighbourhood have fairly good access to public green spaces, like William Connell City-Wide Park, since there are about 10 of them close by for residents to discover.

Surrounding homes

The predominance of single detached homes in the housing stock of Ryckmans is an important part of its character. Notably, this part of Hamilton is good for those looking for three bedroom homes. Around 90% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners and the remainder are rented. A majority of the housing growth in this part of Hamilton has occurred following the year 2000.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2
neighbourhood scores.

Explore how local access and character compare with your priorities. These Local Logic scores describe the recorded project location on a scale of 0 to 5.

Higher scores indicate stronger access or more of the named characteristic. A missing score is unavailable, rather than zero.

High schools

1.9/ 5

At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Hamilton: 3.2 / 5

Elementary schools

2.7/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

Hamilton: 4.5 / 5

Public transit

3.2/ 5

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

Hamilton: 2.6 / 5

Groceries

4.5/ 5

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Hamilton: 3.7 / 5

Wellness

2.7/ 5

Some amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

Hamilton: 2.8 / 5

Restaurants

3.9/ 5

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Hamilton: 3.2 / 5

Walking

1.6/ 5

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Hamilton: 3.0 / 5

Cycling

2.6/ 5

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Hamilton: 2.8 / 5

Driving

5.0/ 5

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Hamilton: 3.8 / 5

Vibrancy

1.2/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Hamilton: 1.5 / 5

Shopping

3.9/ 5

Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Hamilton: 3.4 / 5

Childcare

5.0/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short walk

Hamilton: 4.2 / 5

Nightlife

3.1/ 5

Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Hamilton: 2.2 / 5

Cafés

4.3/ 5

Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Hamilton: 2.7 / 5

Quiet

2.2/ 5

Some sources of noise nearby

Hamilton: 3.6 / 5

Parks

3.9/ 5

Large amount of park space nearby

Hamilton: 4.0 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2 nearby
amenities.

Find nearby schools, transit, parks and everyday stops. Browse the directory, then open directions for the actual route.

Places and distances are tied to the recorded project reference. Directories contain the provider’s returned results and are not exhaustive.

164 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

20 places
Elementary school985 m

James MacDonald Public School

200 Chester Avenue

JK-6 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school1.1 km

St. Marguerite d'Youville Catholic Elementary School

20 Bonaparte Way

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.2 km

Helen Detwiler Junior Elementary School

320 Brigade Drive

JK-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school1.3 km

Guido de Bres Christian High School

350 Albright Road

site based

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Elementary school1.4 km

Corpus Christi Catholic Elementary School

25 Alderson Dr

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.4 km

Annunciation of Our Lord Catholic Elementary School

250 Limeridge Road West

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.7 km

Ridgemount Junior Public School

65 Hester Street

JK-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school1.7 km

Westview Middle School

60 Rolston Drive

6-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school1.8 km

Pauline Johnson Public School

25 Hummingbird Lane

JK-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school1.8 km

St. Michael Catholic Elementary School

135 Hester St

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.8 km

St. John Paul II Catholic Elementary School

600 Acadia Dr

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school1.9 km

Westmount Secondary School

39 Montcalm Drive

9-12 · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school2.3 km

St. Jean de Brebeuf Catholic Secondary School

200 Acadia Dr

9-12 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school2.6 km

St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary School

1045 Upper Paradise Rd

9-12 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school2.6 km

Oncourse Education

775 Upper Wentworth Street

site based, all year round

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High school2.7 km

Nora Frances Henderson

1770 Upper Sherman Avenue

9-12 · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school3.2 km

Turning Point Alternative Education School

135 Fennell Mohawk College West Campus Avenue

9-12 · alternative · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school3.3 km

Hamilton District Christian Private School

92 Glancaster Rd

site based

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High school3.3 km

St. Charles Catholic Adult Secondary School

150 East 5th

9-12 · catholic, alternative · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school3.4 km

Hillfield Strathallan College

299 Fennell Ave W

online/site based

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Transit nearby

30 places
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Dining nearby

44 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

40 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Ryckmans
demographics.

Who lives around the recorded project location? These statistics describe the existing population in Local Logic’s 400-metre study area.

This is neighbourhood context, rather than a prediction of who will buy at Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$138,615

Residents in the study area

1,328

Owner households

88.7%

Commute on foot

3.5%

Population age

0 to 4
4.5%
5 to 9
6.1%
10 to 14
7.6%
15 to 19
8.5%
20 to 34
18.0%
35 to 49
20.7%
50 to 64
20.3%
65 to 79
9.5%
80 and over
4.8%

Housing type

Single detached
82.1%
Row houses
14.6%
Duplex
1.7%
Semi detached
1.5%
Apartment 1-4 floors
0.1%
Apartment 5 or more floors
0.0%

Household composition

Single person
12.7%
Multi person
1.8%
Single family
84.1%
Multi family
1.4%

Commute mode

Car
93.3%
Foot
3.5%
Public transit
1.9%
Other
1.3%
Bicycle
0.0%
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Income

Average household income
$138,615
Average individual income
$49,002

Total

Total individuals
1,328

Owners vs Renters

Owners
88.7%
Renters
11.3%

Official language knowledge

English only
91.6%
English and French
5.3%
Other
3.1%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
17.2%
High school
28.6%
Trade certificate
3.6%
College certificate
23.7%
University certificate
0.3%
Bachelor degree
20.5%
Post graduate degree
6.2%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.9

Mother tongue

English
65.7%
English and non-official language(s)
7.4%
Arabic
5.6%
Italian
4.6%
Vietnamese
3.7%
Portuguese
3.5%
Mandarin
2.9%
Assyrian Neo-Aramaic
2.3%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
2.0%
Bengali
1.5%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
0.5%
Spanish
0.2%
Yue (Cantonese)
0.1%
French
0.0%
Polish
0.0%

Percentages and counts retain the provider’s definitions. Some categories describe different populations or overlap, so they should not be combined into a single total.

05 / PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Schools near Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2:
check the boundaries.

The nearby directory is a useful starting point. Distance to a school does not establish attendance eligibility, a place in a particular program or available capacity.

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Alyssa Gardens - Blocks 1 & 2 address
& directions.

Explore the area at different times of day. Confirm the correct meeting location with the builder or your representative before travelling.

THE RECORDED PROJECT LOCATION

1351 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON L9B 1K2, Canada

This pin is a project reference, rather than a confirmed community entrance or sales centre.

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A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS

Before you
call it home.

What do the location scores measure?

Local Logic supplies individual access and character scores on a 0–5 scale for the recorded coordinates. Consider each measure separately; we do not calculate an overall livability rating.

Are the distances walking times?

No. Distances are straight-line measurements from the project reference. Open directions to check a walking, cycling, transit or driving route.

Does a nearby school guarantee admission?

No. Confirm attendance boundaries, programs, capacity and registration requirements with the relevant school board.

Do the demographic figures describe future residents?

No. They describe the existing population in the provider’s surrounding study area. They do not predict the buyers or future residents of this project.

SOURCES & METHODOLOGY

A guide with a clear point of reference.

Prepared by Team Arora. Scores, neighbourhood descriptions, school records, places and demographic information are supplied by Local Logic. Requests are cached for up to 24 hours; underlying source periods may be older. Provider neighbourhood labels may differ from builder descriptions. Missing data remains unavailable.

Recorded coordinates: 43.2107935, -79.8889493. Amenity queries use a 2.5 km radius; school results retain the provider’s school-search coverage. Distances use the returned straight-line measurement, or are calculated directly between coordinates when absent. The project page includes the existing map; Google provides the linked directions. Verify current place details, boundaries and routes before making a decision.