Bradford West Gwillimbury facts for kids
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Bradford West Gwillimbury
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| Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury | |
Old Town Hall
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| Motto(s):
A Growing Tradition
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 Bradford West Gwillimbury
Location in Simcoe County
Bradford West Gwillimbury
Location in Southern Ontario
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Ontario |
| County | Simcoe |
| Incorporated | 1991 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 201.04 km2 (77.62 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 35,325 |
| • Density | 175.7/km2 (455/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Postal code span |
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| Area code(s) | 289, 905, and 705 |
Bradford West Gwillimbury is a town located in south-central Ontario, Canada. It is part of Simcoe County and is near the Holland River. The name "West Gwillimbury" comes from the family of Elizabeth Simcoe.
The town we know today was formed on January 1, 1991. It combined the old Town of Bradford with parts of the former Townships of West Gwillimbury and Tecumseth.
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Exploring Bradford West Gwillimbury
Communities and Farmland
A special area called Holland Marsh is partly located in Bradford West Gwillimbury. This region has very rich, dark soil, which is great for growing crops. It's a major source of fresh produce for Canada.
The town works with the Township of King to manage the drainage system in Holland Marsh. This system is very important for keeping the farmland healthy. In 2007, a special board was created to help maintain it.
The Holland River flows through the middle of the Holland Marsh. It eventually leads to Lake Simcoe. This whole area is located north of the Oak Ridges Moraine.
Bradford West Gwillimbury includes the main town of Bradford. It also has several smaller communities. These include Bond Head, Coulson's Hill, Deerhurst, Dunkerron, Green Valley, Newton Robinson, and Pinkerton.
Fire and Emergency Services
The Fire & Emergency Services in Bradford West Gwillimbury do much more than just put out fires. They also respond to many other types of emergencies.
They help with residential and commercial fire alarms. They also go to car crashes and vehicle fires. Their team can perform special rescues, like those involving ropes, tight spaces, or ice and water. They also assist ambulances with medical calls. In addition, they handle dangerous material spills and help during natural disasters.
The main Fire & Emergency Services building is at 75 Melbourne Drive. They have a fleet of six main fire trucks and other special vehicles. These include a fire prevention van and two Fire Chief vehicles. They also have a special trailer for unique rescue situations.
Even though Bradford West Gwillimbury is in Simcoe County, its fire station numbers follow the system used by York Region. So, Bradford is known as District 10, Station #1 (Station 10-1).
Getting Around Town
Roads and Highways
The town is easy to reach by major roads. Highway 400 and Highway 9 are at the southern edge of the town. Several county roads also run through Bradford West Gwillimbury. These include:
- County Road 88 (Holland Street West)
- County Road 4 (Bridge Street, Holland Street East, and Barrie Street)
- County Road 27
- County Road 41 (Simcoe Road)
- County Road 8 (Canal Road)
Public Transportation
You can also get around using public transit. The town has a bus and commuter train service called GO Transit. The Bradford GO Station is located in Bradford. It is part of the Barrie line for commuter trains. This station used to be the last stop on the line. However, the line was extended further north in December 2007.
Bradford West Gwillimbury also has its own local bus service, called BWG Transit. It runs two main routes mostly around the Bradford area. These bus routes connect to the train station. The bus system operates six days a week, making it easier for people to travel locally.
Famous People from the Area
Also see Notable people from Bradford, Ontario
- William Mulock: He was born in Bond Head on January 19, 1843. He was a lawyer, businessman, and educator. He is known for helping to create the modern University of Toronto.
- William Osler: A very famous doctor, born in Bond Head on July 12, 1849.
- Bob Pulford: A well-known hockey player who is in the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Town's Population Over Time
| Bradford / Bradford West Gwillimbury Historical Population | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1871 | 1,130 | — |
| 1911 | 948 | −16.1% |
| 1921 | 961 | +1.4% |
| 1931 | 972 | +1.1% |
| 1941 | 1,033 | +6.3% |
| 1951 | 1,483 | +43.6% |
| 1961 | 2,342 | +57.9% |
| 1971 | 6,903 | +194.7% |
| 1981 | 7,370 | +6.8% |
| 1991 | 17,702 | +140.2% |
| 2001 | 22,228 | +25.6% |
| 2006 | 24,039 | +8.1% |
| 2011 | 28,077 | +16.8% |
| 2016 | 35,325 | +25.8% |
| 2021 | 42,880 | +21.4% |
Town of Bradford up to 1981, Bradford West Gwillimbury from 1991 onward |
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According to the 2021 Census, Bradford West Gwillimbury had a population of 42,880 people. This was a big increase of 21.4% from its population in 2016. The town covers a land area of about 200.68 km2 (77.48 sq mi). This means there were about 213.7/km2 (553/sq mi) people living in each square kilometer in 2021.
| Canada census – Bradford West Gwillimbury community profile | |||
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| 2016 | 2011 | ||
| Population: | 35,325 (+25.8% from 2011) | 28,077 (+16.8% from 2006) | |
| Land area: | 201.04 km2 (77.62 sq mi) | 201.03 km2 (77.62 sq mi) | |
| Population density: | 175.7/km2 (455/sq mi) | 139.7/km2 (362/sq mi) | |
| Median age: | 37.1 (M: 36.6, F: 37.6) | 37.2 (M: 36.5, F: 38.0) | |
| Total private dwellings: | 11,918 | 9,979 | |
| Median household income: | $93,254 | ||
| References: 2016 2011 earlier | |||
