In this Neighbourhood Guide, you'll find out more about the people who live here as well as the schools, parks and recreation facilities, homes, and more.
Old University is a sought-after neighbourhood with a mix of old and new homes, and a consistent population.
Homes in Old University have large lots with mature trees and attractive features like walk-in closets.
Old University is a diverse community with residents from 68 different ethnic origins.
You'll love the great schools, parks, and recreational facilities in Old University.
This neighbourhood has a consistent population, and is popular with people in their 20s, people in their 40s, people in their 50s, and people in their 60s. Located just northwest of the University of Guelph campus, Old University is a sought-after neighbourhood in Guelph. Turn of the century homes mix with new builds and extensively renovated homes, and many have large lots with mature trees. Residents have easy access to all amenities.
People & Families in Old University
Families with kids make up 29% of households in Old University, while couples without children make up 27% of households and 33% of households are one person living alone. People in Old University come from 68 different ethnic origins, and 21% are first-generation immigrants, while 22% are second-generation immigrants.
Neighbourhood Households
2,030
Neighbourhood Population
4,544
Household Size
- 1 person - 32%
- 2 persons - 37%
- 3 persons - 12%
- 4 persons - 11%
- 5 or more persons - 5%
Household Types
- One-person households - 32%
- Non-family households - 10%
- Families with children - 28%
- Couples without children - 27%
- Multiple families in household - 0%
Children Per Family
- 1 child - 25%
- 2 children - 18%
- 3 or more children - 7%
Broad Age Ranges
- 0 to 14 years - 11%
- 15 to 64 years - 70%
- 65 years and over - 18%
Most Common Ethnic Origins
- English - 31%
- Scottish - 27%
- Canadian - 25%
- Irish - 22%
- German - 17%
Age of Primary Household Maintainer
- 15 to 24 years - 9%
- 25 to 34 years - 16%
- 35 to 44 years - 11%
- 45 to 54 years - 14%
- 55 to 64 years - 18%
- 65 to 74 years - 14%
- 75 to 84 years - 10%
- 85 years and over - 4%
Specific Age Groups
- 0 to 4 years - 3%
- 5 to 9 years - 3%
- 10 to 14 years - 3%
- 15 to 19 years - 6%
- 20 to 29 years - 20%
- 30 to 39 years - 9%
- 40 to 49 years - 9%
- 50 to 59 years - 14%
- 60 to 69 years - 10%
- over 70 years - 11%
Old University Schools
This neighbourhood has great secondary schools, elementary special programs, and secondary special programs. There are 11 public schools, 7 Catholic schools, and 3 private schools serving this neighbourhood. The special programs offered at local schools include Islamic, International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, Christian, and French Immersion.
Public Schools
11
Catholic Schools
7
Private Schools
3
Public
Catholic
Having Fun in Old University
Fun is easy to find at the many parks & rec facilities here. Parks in Old University feature playgrounds for kids, sports parks, dog parks, and skating. There are 6 parks in this neighbourhood, with 34 recreational facilities in total. The average number of facilities per park is 5.
Number of Parks
6
Number of Recreation Facilities
34
Recreation Facilities in Neighbourhood Parks
- Playgrounds - 3
- Dog Park - 1
- Pool - 1
- Arena - 1
- Rinks - 2
- Tennis Courts - 6
- Volleyball Courts - 4
- Ball Diamonds - 4
- Sports Fields - 6
- Skateboard Park - 1
- Trails - 4
- Arts/Performance Facility - 1
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Getting Around in Old University
There are 77 transit stops in Old University. Rail stations include Guelph Central GO. In this neighbourhood, there are mostly vehicle commuters, most commute within the city, and people have mostly short commutes.
Commute Destination for Residents
- Commute within the city - 72%
- Commute to another city - 27%
Commute Types
- Vehicle - 71%
- Transit - 8%
- Walk/bike - 17%
Commute Times of Residents
- 15 to 29 minutes - 26%
- 30 to 44 minutes - 17%
- 45 to 59 minutes - 5%
- 60 minutes and over - 6%
- Less than 15 minutes - 42%
Work and Education in Old University
In Old University, 50% of adult residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher and 78% have any postsecondary education. The educational services industry is the most common for residents.
Household Income
- Under $30,000 - 14%
- $30,000 to $39,999 - 7%
- $40,000 to $49,999 - 7%
- $50,000 to $59,999 - 7%
- $60,000 to $69,999 - 7%
- $70,000 to $79,999 - 6%
- $80,000 to $89,999 - 6%
- $90,000 to $99,999 - 3%
- $100,000 to $124,999 - 9%
- $125,000 to $149,999 - 6%
- $150,000 to $199,999 - 9%
- $200,000 and over - 9%
Most Common Occupations (Top 3)
- Sales and service occupations - 22%
- Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services - 18%
- Business, finance and administration occupations - 11%
Most Common Industries (Top 3)
- Educational services - 18%
- Manufacturing - 11%
- Professional, scientific and technical services - 9%
Employment
- Employed - 63% of people over age 15 are employed
- Unemployed - 2% are unemployed
- Not in the labour force - 33% are retired, students, homemakers, etc.
Old University Homes
In this neighbourhood, there are a mix of home types. Old University has a consistent population, with 42% of households having moved within the past 5 years and 19% having moved within the past year. It has mostly older homes and is a mix of owner and renter-occupied.
Home Types
- Single-detached house - 49%
- Semi-detached house - 1%
- Duplex - 11%
- Row house - 4%
- Low-rise apartment/condo - 15%
- High-rise apartment/condo - 17%
Condominium Status
- Condominium - 6%
- Not condominium - 94%
Number of Bedrooms in Homes
- 1 bedroom - 16%
- 2 bedrooms - 22%
- 3 bedrooms - 30%
- No bedrooms - 0%
- 4 or more bedrooms - 29%
Period of Home Construction
- 1961 to 1980 - 42%
- 1981 to 1990 - 5%
- 1991 to 2000 - 10%
- 2001 to 2005 - 0%
- 2006 to 2010 - 1%
- 2011 to 2016 - 0%
- 1960 or before - 36%
Renters & Owners
- Owner - 58%
- Renter - 41%