Huntington Hills, Calgary, Alberta, T2K 0N7, Kanada
Nestled in the northwest and northeast quadrants of Calgary, Alberta, Huntington Hills stands as a vibrant residential neighbourhood. Established in 1967, it has grown to be a community that offers a range of amenities and services to its residents.
Location and Boundaries
Huntington Hills is strategically located and is bounded by Beddington Boulevard to the north, Deerfoot Trail and the Nose Creek to the east, 64 Avenue N to the south, and Nose Hill Park and 14 Street W to the west. Centre Street runs directly through the neighbourhood, providing easy access to different parts of the city.
History and Development
The land on which Huntington Hills stands was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1961, and the neighbourhood was officially established in 1967. Over the years, it has developed into a community with a strong sense of belonging among residents.
Demographics
According to the City of Calgary’s 2012 municipal census, Huntington Hills had a population of 13,213, residing in 5,580 dwellings. This represented a slight decrease of 0.5% from its 2011 population of 13,279. With a land area of 4.8 km2 (1.9 sq mi), the neighbourhood had a population density of 2,753/km2 (7,130/sq mi) in 2012.
Residents in Huntington Hills had a median household income of $53,168 in 2000. The neighbourhood had 19.5% of its residents living with low income and 20.5% of its residents were immigrants. Regarding housing, 17.3% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 34.2% of the housing was used for renting.
Education
Huntington Hills is well-served in terms of educational institutions, offering a variety of schools for its younger residents. These include:
- Alex Munro Elementary
- Catherine Nichols Gunn Elementary
- Dr. J.K. Mulloy Elementary
- Huntington Hills Elementary
- John G. Diefenbaker High
- Sir John A MacDonald Junior High
Additionally, Catholic schools in the area include:
- St. Helena Junior High School
- St. Henry Elementary School
- St. Hubert Elementary School