Is Barrhaven a good place to live?
Barrhaven suits people who want a suburban, family-oriented setting with mostly low-rise housing and a car for most trips. In the 2021 census, 80.7% to 87.5% of Barrhaven workers commuted by car and 19.0% to 24.9% of residents were children aged 0 to 14, via the Ottawa Neighbourhood Study.
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Wikipedia describes Barrhaven as very suburban and tending to attract families. Whether it is right for you depends on commute, budget and preferred housing type.
Walk Score averages from the Ottawa Neighbourhood Study range from 12 in Stonebridge – Half Moon Bay to 54 in Old Barrhaven East, so everyday walkability varies by area.
Keep in mind. This guide does not rank neighbourhoods or call any area the best.
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