Wahi’s Where to Live 2024 Mississauga / Peel Top ranked GTA neighbourhoods to consider for your next move Mississauga / Peel City of TorontoMarkham / YorkOshawa / DurhamOakville / Halton Moving to the GTA but not sure where to live? Your search ends here. We crunched the numbers for 400 neighbourhoods in five Greater Toronto Area (GTA) regions and ranked the top-three neighbourhoods in 11 categories. Categories are based on different lifestyles, needs and interests such as families, retirees, foodies, shopping, nature lovers, nightlife and more. The right neighbourhood is waiting for you. Best Neighbourhoods for Families with Young Kids FIT FOR A FAMILY We've compiled a list of the best neighbourhoods in Peel for families with young children. These communities were ranked according to several factors: the proximity to elementary schools; the amount of park space in the community; access to amenities, like grocery stores; and how quiet the neighbourhood is. #1Brampton North Municipality: Brampton This charming neighbourhood is a collection of communities that epitomize family living at its best. With an abundance of green space for residents to enjoy along the Etobicoke Creek Trail, it's the ideal setting in which to raise a family. Browse Homes View Guide #2Fairview Municipality: Mississauga A newly built community close to large retail shopping malls and recreational centres, this neighbourhood is a great choice for young families. #3Meadowvale Municipality: Mississauga Quiet and affordable, Meadowvale has 13 primary schools and offers highly rated public amenities and a large amount of park space. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Fairview Municipality: Mississauga A newly built community close to large retail shopping malls and recreational centres, this neighbourhood is a great choice for young families. Browse Homes View Guide #3Meadowvale Municipality: Mississauga Quiet and affordable, Meadowvale has 13 primary schools and offers highly rated public amenities and a large amount of park space. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Families with Teenagers TERRIFIC FOR TEENS In search of a neighbourhood where older kids won't get bored and can get around on their own? Then check out these top-ranked neighbourhoods in Peel for families with teenagers. Our top choices are based on several factors: nearby high schools and parks; proximity to shopping; and the cycling and pedestrian friendliness of the area. #1Upper Erin Mills Municipality: Mississauga Conveniently located near Erin Mills Town Centre, this culturally diverse neighbourhood is close to a handful of community centres, outdoor trails and spacious parkland. Home to three high schools, there are plenty of activities to keep teens engaged. Browse Homes View Guide #2Brampton West Municipality: Brampton Close to Brampton's bustling downtown corridor, this neighbourhood has no shortage of eateries and cultural events for teens to enjoy. #3Fairview Municipality: Mississauga This new community is home to Square One Shopping Centre, parks and sports fields, making it a perfect choice for families with teens. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Brampton West Municipality: Brampton Close to Brampton's bustling downtown corridor, this neighbourhood has no shortage of eateries and cultural events for teens to enjoy. Browse Homes View Guide #3Fairview Municipality: Mississauga This new community is home to Square One Shopping Centre, parks and sports fields, making it a perfect choice for families with teens. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Retirees THE RIGHT PLACE FOR RETIREES Settle down in one of these leading Peel neighbourhoods for seniors. These communities received high marks for a number of attributes including: a variety of amenities within walking distance; access to parks; and the area's peacefulness. #1Applewood Municipality: Mississauga Not far from Toronto you'll find the peaceful borough of Applewood, where neighbours come together for barbecues and other special events throughout the year. Here, retirees will enjoy being close to parks, grocery stores and shopping plazas. Browse Homes View Guide #2Brampton North Municipality: Brampton Close to amenities, recreational activities and parklands, this neighbourhood is ideal for those who seek community engagement at a more affordable price. #3Brampton West Municipality: Brampton In this established neighbourhood next to downtown Brampton, many amenities are within walking distance, as are several popular parks. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Brampton North Municipality: Brampton Close to amenities, recreational activities and parklands, this neighbourhood is ideal for those who seek community engagement at a more affordable price. Browse Homes View Guide #3Brampton West Municipality: Brampton In this established neighbourhood next to downtown Brampton, many amenities are within walking distance, as are several popular parks. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Pet Lovers FIT FOR A FAMILY We've compiled a list of the best neighbourhoods in Durham for families with young children. These communities were ranked according to several factors: the proximity to elementary schools; the amount of parkspace is in the community; access to amenities, like grocery stores; and how quiet the neighbourhood is. #1Applewood Municipality: Mississauga Not only is Applewood a vibrant neighbourhood, it’s also known for having lots of open green space. Take your time exploring the various foot paths or relaxing under the shady trees in this neighbourhood’s dog-friendly parks. Browse Homes View Guide #2Lakeview Municipality: Mississauga Lush greenery and scenic lakefront views is what you’ll find in the park trails that line the shoreline of Lake Ontario. #3Dixie Municipality: Mississauga Etobicoke Valley Park boasts lots of open green spaces and trails, including an off-leash dog park at the end of Etobicoke Creek. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Lakeview Municipality: Mississauga Lush greenery and scenic lakefront views is what you’ll find in the park trails that line the shoreline of Lake Ontario. Browse Homes View Guide #3Dixie Municipality: Mississauga Etobicoke Valley Park boasts lots of open green spaces and trails, including an off-leash dog park at the end of Etobicoke Creek. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Car-Free Living NO CAR? NO PROBLEM! Whether you're an enthusiastic environmentalist, prefer to get around by bike or foot, or don't own a car, these Peel neighbourhoods are perfect for you. These communities came out on top based on their convenient access to public transit, and their cycling and pedestrian infrastructure. #1Upper Erin Mills Municipality: Mississauga The 18-kilometre Mississauga Transitway, a bus rapid transit system that was completed in 2017, has 12 stops, including Erin Mills Station. That gives this neighbourhood impressive local and regional transit connectivity for commuters. Browse Homes View Guide #2Downtown Brampton Municipality: Brampton Going carless in Brampton should be a breeze. It has 10-plus bus routes, an expansive cycling trail network, and a stop on the GO rail line. #3Fairview Municipality: Mississauga On the outskirts of Mississauga’s city centre, Fairview is well-connected to the MiWay bus system and a 500-kilometre cycling network. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Downtown Brampton Municipality: Brampton Going carless in Brampton should be a breeze. It has 10-plus bus routes, an expansive cycling trail network, and a stop on the GO rail line. Browse Homes View Guide #3Fairview Municipality: Mississauga On the outskirts of Mississauga’s city centre, Fairview is well-connected to the MiWay bus system and a 500-kilometre cycling network. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Active Lifestyle GET MOVING HERE Whether you're a fitness fanatic or just like to stay active, these top-ranked Peel neighbourhoods are the right choice for a healthy lifestyle. Pedestrian and cycling friendly, these communities offer a variety of amenities that cater to physical activity and healthy eating. There's also plenty of green space for sports and other recreational activities. #1Downtown Brampton Municipality: Brampton Downtown Brampton is known for being walkable, which is great news for health enthusiasts. Cyclists will also be happy to know there are bike paths throughout the neighbourhood. Browse Homes View Guide #2Mississauga City Centre Municipality: Mississauga If you like walking, this neighbourhood has many popular amenities that are accessible by foot, such as grocery stores, shops, restaurants and cafes. #3Fairview Municipality: Mississauga Fairview has enough trails in Brickyard Park and gyms such as Orangetheory Fitness and UFC GYM Mississauga to keep you active. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Mississauga City Centre Municipality: Mississauga If you like walking, this neighbourhood has many popular amenities that are accessible by foot, such as grocery stores, shops, restaurants and cafes. Browse Homes View Guide #3Fairview Municipality: Mississauga Fairview has enough trails in Brickyard Park and gyms such as Orangetheory Fitness and UFC GYM Mississauga to keep you active. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Nature Lovers BACK TO NATURE For those who crave more green space in an urban setting, look no further than these Peel neighbourhoods. These communities received a high ranking based on several attributes: the amount of nearby park space; how quiet the neighbourhood is; and how easy it is to get around by foot or bike. #1Applewood Municipality: Mississauga Applewood scores high for parks, including Westacres Park in the community’s heart. The expansive green space has a pool, ice rink, outdoor workout equipment, and tennis courts. More than a dozen other parks are within walking distance as well. Browse Homes View Guide #2Malton Municipality: Mississauga Bordering Indian Line Campground and the Humber Arboretum, Malton neighbours popular outdoor attractions and has its own two-kilometre greenway. #3Lakeview Municipality: Mississauga Lakeview’s main attraction is right in its name. Just east of Port Credit, this one-time industrial area extends from Lake Ontario to the Queen Elizabeth Way. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Malton Municipality: Mississauga Bordering Indian Line Campground and the Humber Arboretum, Malton neighbours popular outdoor attractions and has its own two-kilometre greenway. Browse Homes View Guide #3Lakeview Municipality: Mississauga This tranquil waterfront community straddles a stretch of Oshawa’s shoreline near where Darlington Provincial Park meets Lake Ontario. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Shopping RETAIL THERAPY If you're into shopping, then we have the perfect neighbourhoods for you. From high-end boutiques to novelty bookstores to vintage clothing shops and more, we bring you the top-ranked areas in Peel for all your shopping needs. You won't be disappointed by the retail experience found in these communities! #1Mississauga City Centre Municipality: Mississauga This neighbourhood is home to Square One Shopping Centre, where you’ll find 300 + of the hippest shops and fashion boutiques in town. Browse Homes View Guide #2Queen Street Corridor Municipality: Brampton In need of some retail therapy? Bramalea City Centre is the go-to place for all your fashion needs in this neighbourhood. #3Hurontario Municipality: Mississauga Nestled in the heart of Hurontario is Heartland Town Centre. Shoppers will enjoy the more than 180 shops and retail hotspots in this outdoor mall. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Queen Street Corridor Municipality: Brampton In need of some retail therapy? Bramalea City Centre is the go-to place for all your fashion needs in this neighbourhood. Browse Homes View Guide #3Hurontario Municipality: Mississauga Nestled in the heart of Hurontario is Heartland Town Centre. Shoppers will enjoy the more than 180 shops and retail hotspots in this outdoor mall. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Nightlife ENTERTAIN ME If hip bars and trendy restaurants are your jam, then check out our list of the liveliest neighbourhoods in Peel based on their ranking. These party-central destinations offer everything from nightclubs to casual pubs. Planning the perfect night out has never been easier in these prime party zones. #1Mississauga City Centre Municipality: Mississauga If you live in this part of town, you won’t have to go far to find a happening nightlife. Hotspots such as Earl’s, Moxies, and the Rec Room are just some of the local hotspots that draw in the weekend crowds. Browse Homes View Guide #2Downtown Brampton Municipality: Brampton This neighbourhood has a little bit of everything: live music at Track’s Brew Pub, karaoke at Magnums Bar and Eatery, patios, sports bars, and more! #3Queen Street Corridor Municipality: Brampton Along the Queen Street Corridor you’ll find plenty of options for pubfare, brew pubs, late night patios, and popular hotspots like Moxies. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Downtown Brampton Municipality: Brampton This neighbourhood has a little bit of everything: live music at Track’s Brew Pub, karaoke at Magnums Bar and Eatery, patios, sports bars, and more! Browse Homes View Guide #3Queen Street Corridor Municipality: Brampton Along the Queen Street Corridor you’ll find plenty of options for pubfare, brew pubs, late night patios, and popular hotspots like Moxies. Browse Homes View Guide Best Neighbourhoods for Foodies GREAT FOR GOURMANDS If you're into the food scene, then check out these top-ranked Peel neighbourhoods for epicureans. These communities boast plentiful restaurants and cafes, many within walking distance. From fine dining to casual eats to cool coffee houses, there is no shortage of palate-pleasing places to eat in these areas. #1Mississauga City Centre Municipality: Mississauga Anchored by Square One Shopping Centre, Mississauga City Centre serves up much more than food court fast food (although there’s lots of that, too). High-end dining and upscale markets dot this community surrounding Canada’s second-largest mall. Browse Homes View Guide #2Fairview Municipality: Mississauga Conveniently located beside Mississauga City Centre and Square One Shopping Mall, Fairview offers lots of unique dining experiences. #3Queen Street Corridor Municipality: Brampton Stretching from Bramalea Road to Etobicoke Creek, the Queen Street Corridor brims with restaurants that reflect Brampton’s diversity. Browse Homes View Guide Browse Homes View Guide #2Fairview Municipality: Mississauga Conveniently located beside Mississauga City Centre and Square One Shopping Mall, Fairview offers lots of unique dining experiences. Browse Homes View Guide #3Queen Street Corridor Municipality: Brampton Stretching from Bramalea Road to Etobicoke Creek, the Queen Street Corridor brims with restaurants that reflect Brampton’s diversity. Browse Homes View Guide Wahi analyzed data from Local Logic, a location intelligence platform, to rank GTA neighbourhoods in Toronto, York, Peel, Durham, and Halton regions in 11 categories based on lifestyle, needs, goals and interests. The ranking considers neighbourhood attributes such as nearby schools, transit quality, park spaces, access to restaurants and shopping, and more.
