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Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East
location & neighbourhood.

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By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic

01 / THE SETTING

Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East location:
Markham.

The neighbourhood of Greensborough can be found in the city of Markham, Ontario, which is situated in the Greater Toronto Area metropolitan area.

Markham Rd & Major Mackenzie Dr E, Markham, ON L3P 3J3, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Markham

Markham Rd & Major Mackenzie Dr E, Markham, ON L3P 3J3, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Greensborough

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

The character of Greensborough is exemplified by its relaxed atmosphere. The majority of locations within the neighbourhood have good access to green spaces, such as Mintleaf Park and Fincham Park, since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore. This area is also wonderful for those who enjoy a quiet atmosphere, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

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Getting around

Driving is often the favoured method to navigate Greensborough. It is convenient to park. On the other hand, the public transit service in Greensborough is not very frequent. Thankfully, it is convenient to reach a nearby train station, including the Mount Joy on the Stouffville, from the bulk of properties in the neighbourhood. Residents have access to around 10 bus lines, and bus stops are ordinarily very close by. Greensborough is not especially suitable for people who travel on foot because meeting daily needs is occasionally difficult without a car. However, this part of Markham is moderately bicycling-friendly since the cycling network is fairly extensive.

Everyday essentials

It is a very short distance to get to primary schools and daycares from anywhere in Greensborough. In contrast, families may find it challenging to reach high schools as pedestrians. Concerning eating, a grocery store is usually reachable within a reasonably short walk from anywhere in Greensborough. In addition, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of choices, and a limited variety of cafes can be found as well.

Local character

The character of Greensborough is exemplified by its relaxed atmosphere. The majority of locations within the neighbourhood have good access to green spaces, such as Mintleaf Park and Fincham Park, since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore. This area is also wonderful for those who enjoy a quiet atmosphere, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Surrounding homes

Most of the housing growth in Greensborough has taken place following the year 2000. In this neighbourhood, many dwellings are single detached homes, while townhouses are also present in the housing stock. Homeowners occupy nearly 90% of the units in Greensborough whereas renters occupy the remainder. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East
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

0.6/ 5

Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Markham: 3.8 / 5

Elementary schools

2.1/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

Markham: 4.5 / 5

Public transit

2.3/ 5

Transit is available for most trips

Markham: 1.9 / 5

Groceries

4.0/ 5

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Markham: 3.4 / 5

Wellness

1.3/ 5

Limited amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

Markham: 2.0 / 5

Restaurants

3.1/ 5

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

Markham: 3.3 / 5

Walking

0.7/ 5

Very few or no pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost never practical or pleasant

Markham: 2.6 / 5

Cycling

2.7/ 5

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Markham: 2.9 / 5

Driving

4.6/ 5

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

Markham: 3.9 / 5

Vibrancy

0.7/ 5

Calm atmosphere at all hours

Markham: 1.1 / 5

Shopping

3.0/ 5

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

Markham: 3.4 / 5

Childcare

3.8/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short drive

Markham: 4.5 / 5

Nightlife

0.8/ 5

Few or no bars within a short drive

Markham: 1.5 / 5

Cafés

3.8/ 5

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

Markham: 2.4 / 5

Quiet

0.8/ 5

Many sources of noise nearby

Markham: 4.5 / 5

Parks

3.2/ 5

Large amount of park space nearby

Markham: 3.8 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East 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.

128 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

20 places
Elementary school896 m

Donald Cousens Public School

315 Mingay Avenue

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.0 km

Islamic Academy of Markham

50 Anderson Ave

site based

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Elementary school1.1 km

Mount Joy Public School

281 Williamson Rd

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.3 km

Sam Chapman Public School

270 Alfred Paterson Drive

1-8 · french immersion · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.4 km

Wismer Public School

171 Mingay Ave

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.4 km

St Julia Billiart Catholic Elementary School

2070 Bur Oak Ave

JK-8 · catholic · York Catholic District School Board

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High school1.6 km

Bur Oak Secondary School

933 Bur Oak Avenue

9-12 · english · York Region District School Board

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High school1.6 km

Sharpminds Tutoring Inc.

137 Main Street N

online/site based, all year round

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Elementary school1.7 km

Jei Learning Center - Greensborough

10 Greensborough Village Circle

online/site based

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Elementary school1.8 km

John McCrae Public School

565 Fred McLaren Blvd

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.8 km

San Lorenzo Ruiz Catholic Elementary School

840 Bur Oak Ave

JK-8 · catholic · York Catholic District School Board

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High school2.0 km

St Brother André Catholic High School

6160 16th Ave E

9-12 · catholic · York Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.1 km

Greensborough Public School

80 Alfred Patterson Dr

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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High school3.1 km

Toronto Elite School

79 Warren Bradley Street

online/site based

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High school3.5 km

Markham District High School

89 Church St

9-12 · english · York Region District School Board

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High school3.7 km

Bill Hogarth Secondary School

100 Donald Sim Ave

9-12 · english, french immersion · York Region District School Board

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High school4.0 km

Markville Secondary School

1000 Carlton Rd

9-12 · english · York Region District School Board

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High school4.2 km

Cambridge Academy - Markham

5873 Highway 7 E

online/site based

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High school4.2 km

Silverwoods International School

5871 Highway 7

online/site based, all year round

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High school4.3 km

Pierre Elliott Trudeau High School

90 Bur Oak Ave

9-12 · english, french immersion · York Region District School Board

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Transit nearby

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Dining nearby

32 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

15 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Greensborough
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 Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$144,428

Residents in the study area

978

Owner households

89.4%

Commute on foot

0.8%

Population age

0 to 4
5.7%
5 to 9
7.2%
10 to 14
8.6%
15 to 19
7.1%
20 to 34
16.8%
35 to 49
25.4%
50 to 64
18.2%
65 to 79
8.9%
80 and over
2.1%

Housing type

Single detached
63.4%
Row houses
20.7%
Semi detached
15.5%
Duplex
0.4%
Apartment 1-4 floors
0.0%
Apartment 5 or more floors
0.0%

Household composition

Single person
7.4%
Multi person
2.1%
Single family
88.2%
Multi family
2.3%

Commute mode

Car
87.9%
Public transit
8.5%
Other
2.2%
Foot
0.8%
Bicycle
0.6%
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Income

Average household income
$144,428
Average individual income
$53,038

Total

Total individuals
978

Owners vs Renters

Owners
89.4%
Renters
10.6%

Official language knowledge

English only
83.9%
Other
9.9%
English and French
6.1%
French only
0.1%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
15.4%
High school
25.5%
Trade certificate
2.1%
College certificate
16.6%
University certificate
2.6%
Bachelor degree
29.3%
Post graduate degree
8.6%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.8

Mother tongue

English
33.6%
Yue (Cantonese)
27.5%
Mandarin
16.7%
English and non-official language(s)
7.9%
Tamil
7.3%
Urdu
2.1%
Gujarati
1.6%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
1.5%
Arabic
1.1%
Spanish
0.4%
Telugu
0.3%
Hindi
0.1%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
0.0%
Italian
0.0%
French
0.0%
Armenian
0.0%
Croatian
0.0%
German
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 Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East:
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.

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06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Markham Road & Major Mackenzie Drive East 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

Markham Rd & Major Mackenzie Dr E, Markham, ON L3P 3J3, 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: 43.90996699999999, -79.2681209. 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.

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