Western Hill
Your comprehensive guide to Western Hill, St. Catharines, Ontario
SAFETY RATING
9.4 / 10Very Low Crime Risk
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Property Pulse
$534,947 Avg List
Solid inventory of detached family houses and townhomes.
Community Canvas
62,953 Residents
Rich tapestry of families, kids under 10, and professionals.
What You'll Love
Parks & Schools
High academic rankings and beautiful outdoor spaces.
Local Active Listings
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Benefits of Browsing Just Listed Properties in Western Hill, St. Catharines
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Explore Western Hill
Western Hill is one of St. Catharines’ most beloved residential neighbourhoods, offering a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The tree-lined streets and classic brick homes create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that appeals to families, young professionals, and retirees alike. The lifestyle here is calm yet connected: residents enjoy leisurely walks to nearby Montebello Park, easy access to the Niagara Escarpment trails, and a short commute to downtown St. Catharines for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Transit options are solid, with multiple Niagara Region Transit bus routes serving the area, while drivers appreciate quick links to the QEW and Highway 406, making trips to Toronto, Niagara Falls, or Buffalo hassle-free.
In terms of housing, Western Hill offers a diverse range of options to suit different needs and budgets. You’ll find beautifully maintained single-family homes, many with classic Ontario architecture, as well as modern renovations and a handful of low-rise condominiums. The housing stock includes everything from cozy bungalows to spacious two-storey family homes, with prices historically more accessible than Toronto but steadily appreciating as demand for St. Catharines real estate grows. For those searching for “Western Hill St. Catharines homes for sale” or “St. Catharines real estate,” this neighbourhood consistently ranks high on must-see lists—and it’s easy to see why.
Home Prices & Values in St. Catharines
The asking price of homes for sale in St. Catharines has increased 0.88% since last year, while the number of homes for sale has increased 3.2%. See more St. Catharines Home Prices & Values.
Find Real Estate & MLS® Listings in St. Catharines
SousaSells.ca has the most thorough, up-to-date set of St. Catharines real estate listings. Currently, St. Catharines has 773 homes for sale, including 446 houses, 140 condos, and 0 townhouses listed for sale. The average price for all home types in St. Catharines is $845K, which is down 4.5% compared to last year.
St. Catharines is home to 53 unique neighbourhoods. With SousaSells.ca you'll be able to find the hottest St. Catharines neighbourhoods, the best schools in the city, and evaluate nearby amenities. Check out the upcoming open houses in St. Catharines to tour homes in person. Narrow down your home search to filter by price, bedrooms, size or search by our map of MLS® listings for Canada-wide real estate.
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Median Age
The median age of residents in this area.
Home Ownership
Percentage of owner-occupied households.
Neighborhood Safety & Crime Analytics
Western Hill, St Catharines
8 assaults (30.0/100k)
8 B&E (30.0/100k)
10 thefts (35.0/100k)
Improving vs previous year
Formula: (Annual Occurrences / Population) Ă— 100,000. This standard policing calculation normalizes incident frequencies across different population sizes, allowing accurate safety comparisons between quiet residential pockets and dense urban centres.
Disclaimer: Crime and safety analytics are compiled from official municipal and regional police open data records for general consumer informational and demographic research purposes only. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and does not constitute a legal representation or guarantee of future safety.
People & Families
Demographics, age distribution, household size and makeup.
Age Demographics (Detailed Ranges)
Household Composition
Ethnic Origins
Local Schools
Ratings, ranking and classification of elementary and secondary schools.
Elementary Schools
St Anthony
81 Rykert Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 1Z2
Edith Cavell
1 Monck Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 1L5
Westdale
Westdale Drive, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 2B4
Oakridge
Oakridge Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2T 3R7
St Peter
7 Aberdeen Circle, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2T 2B7
St Nicholas
149 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 3E2
Immaculée-Conception
153 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 3E2
Power Glen
Power Glen, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 4C4
Grapeview
Grapeview Drive, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 0A9
Harriet Tubman
84 Henry Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 5V4
Mother Teresa
125 Wilholme Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 6P9
Connaught
28 Prince Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 3X7
Burleigh Hill
Burleigh Hill Drive, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2V 2J8
Ferndale
Ferndale Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2P 1V8
St Denis
175 Carlton Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 1S1
Secondary Schools
Homes & Housing
Ownership rates, home structure distributions and listing prices.