Beddington Heights, Calgary facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Beddington Heights
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 Beddington Heights, Calgary
Location in Calgary
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Alberta |
| City | [[File:|22x20px|border |alt=|link=]] Calgary |
| Quadrant | NW |
| Ward | 4 |
| Established | 1979 |
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| • Total | 8.4 km2 (3.2 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,120 m (3,670 ft) |
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| • Total | 11,926 |
| • Average Income | $56,881 |
| Website | Beddington Heights Community Association |
Beddington Heights is a well-known neighborhood located in the northwest part of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It's a suburban area, which means it's mostly made up of homes and quiet streets, away from the busy city center. The neighborhood has clear boundaries: Berkshire Boulevard to the north, Beddington Trail to the east, Beddington Boulevard to the south, and 14th Street West to the west. It's also part of Ward 4, which is like a voting district in Calgary.
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How Many People Live Here?
In 2012, the City of Calgary counted the number of people living in Beddington Heights. They found that about 11,585 people lived there. These people lived in about 4,348 homes. This was a small increase from the year before.
Income and Diversity
In 2000, the average household income in Beddington Heights was about $56,881. This number helps us understand the typical earnings of families in the area. A portion of the residents, about 27.5%, were immigrants. This means they moved to Canada from another country. Most of the homes in the neighborhood are houses, with only a small number being condominiums or apartments.
A Look Back: Beddington Heights History
The name "Beddington Heights" comes from a village called Beddington in Surrey, England. Long ago, this area was a stop for the Canadian Pacific Railway. The neighborhood as we know it today was officially created in 1979.
Schools in the Neighborhood
As of 2020, there are two schools located right within the Beddington Heights neighborhood. These schools help serve the families and students living in the area.
- Beddington Heights Elementary School - This school is part of the Calgary Board of Education.
- St. Bede Elementary School - This school is part of the Calgary Catholic School District.
