Welcome to King
About King
Located in York Region, the Township of King is nestled in a lovely, rural area just north of Toronto. It’s rich history of settlement offers many century and older homes in the area, restored and still in use. The hamlets, villages and towns within the Township include King City, Nobleton, Pottageville and Schomberg and reflect the charm and history of yesterday while being within commuting distance of Toronto and all the attractions of a world-class city directly to the south. King has many small lakes, rivers and streams, large agricultural areas, and rich woodlands. The hills are gently rolling. There is a large equestrian community ranging from hobby farms to large facilities.
Residents enjoy a wide range of leisure activities at the Township's abundant variety of parks, recreation and cultural facilities. Exquisite dining, world-class golf courses, and cycling paths that challenge beginners and the experienced alike, add to the Township's unparalleled quality of life. Along with community groups and partners, the Township continues to enhance arts, culture and recreation programming for all ages, and provides for safe outdoor parks and green spaces for the benefit of residents and visitors alike. The natural beauty of the distinctively hilly, rolling terrain is within the Oak Ridges Moraine. Formed during the last ice age, it was the extreme southern edge of the glacier, which as it finally retreated left ridges, hills, valleys, and kettle lakes. The area can be experienced on foot by hiking the Oak Ridges Trail. The villages, farms, animals and countryside offer relaxed and tranquil views.
About
Size: 333.25 km²
Population: 24,512 in 2016
Region: York Region
Utilities
Gas: Enbridge
Hydro: Hydro One
Water: Township of King
Communications: Rogers, Bell, Routcom, Vainest, Xplornet
Education
York Region District School Board (YRDSB)
- 5 Public Elementary Schools
- 1 Public Secondary School
York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB)
- 3 Catholic Elementary Schools
- 2 Catholic Secondary Schools in Newmarket
Private Schools
- The Country Day School (JK-Grade 12)
- St. Thomas of Villanova College (Grade 4-12)
Transportation
Highway 400, Highway 27, Highway 11, Highway 9, Minutes to Highway 407 and Highway 401, GO Transit (Bus and Train), York Region Transit (YRT), VIVA Bus, Uber, Taxis
Housing
Freehold Single-Detached Home - 86.9%
Freehold Semi-Detached/Townhome - 5.5%
Condominium Apartment/Housing - 4.8%
Amenities
Country Apple Orchard Farm, King Township Museum, Wildhorse Café, The Cork & Plough, Pathways to Perennials, Holland Marsh Wineries, The Studio Tour, Happy Valley Forest, Oak Ridges Moraine and so much more!