Discover Malvern East
Neighbourhood overview
What is it like living in Malvern East?
Malvern East is home to 26,095 residents in 8,565 households. The housing stock is split, with high-rise apartments at 28 per cent of dwellings and detached houses a further 26 per cent. About 70 per cent of households own their home.
Everyday errands are walkable from much of the area. Local anchors include Shoeless Joe's, Barrio Fiesta, Bun King Bakery and Fusion Supermarket.
On the move
How easy is it to get around Malvern East?
Walk Score rates Malvern East on a 100-point scale for walking, transit and cycling. Exact travel time depends on the address, time of day and service conditions.
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Errands on foot
Transit Score
Access to public transit
Bike Score
Errands by bike
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Education
What schools are in Malvern East?
Boards assign a home school per address, so two houses on the same street can be served differently, and boundaries, programs and enrolment rules change. Look up your exact address with the board before it matters.
| JK-6 | Public | Burrows Hall Junior Public School | 8.1/10 Provincial rank 313 of 3,052 |
| JK-8 | Public | Lucy Maud Montgomery Public School | 5.1/10 Provincial rank 2,155 of 3,052 |
| JK-8 | Public | Emily Carr Public School | 4.4/10 Provincial rank 2,474 of 3,052 |
| JK-6 | Public | Grey Owl Junior Public School | 3.8/10 Provincial rank 2,690 of 3,052 |
| JK-8 | Public | Alexander Stirling Public School | 5.7/10 Provincial rank 1,777 of 3,052 |
| JK-8 | Public | Mary Shadd Public School | 5.5/10 Provincial rank 1,921 of 3,052 |
| JK-8 | Catholic | Sacred Heart Catholic School | 6.4/10 Provincial rank 1,282 of 3,052 |
| 7-8 | Public | Dr Marion Hilliard Senior Public School | Not ranked Fraser does not rank grades 7–8 |
| 9-12 | Public | Lester B Pearson Collegiate Institute | 5.1/10 Provincial rank 545 of 747 |
| 9-12 | Public | West Hill Collegiate Institute | 4.9/10 Provincial rank 559 of 747 |
Find the School Assigned to an Address
Each address is assigned to a specific public school, and boundaries can vary by street. Always confirm the designated school with the local school board. Private schools have separate admission requirements.
Community profile
Who lives in Malvern East?
Malvern East is home to 26,095 residents in 8,565 households, with an average household size of 3.1, an average age of 40.9 and a median household income of $85,000. Select any segment to read what it represents.
Source: City of Toronto Malvern East Neighbourhood Profile, 2021 Census.
Parks, shops & local favourites
What is there to do in Malvern East?
A glimpse of what you'll find around the neighbourhood. Open the full directory to explore more local places.
Restaurants & dining 3
Grocery & shopping 3
Recreation & parks 8
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Malvern East
What are the boundaries of Malvern East?
No single boundary is used by every resident, service or data source. For the community statistics on this page, HomeLife combines the City of Toronto's Malvern East profile, which describes 26,095 residents.
What types of homes are found in Malvern East?
High-rise apartments make up about 28 per cent of dwellings and detached houses about 26 per cent. About 30 per cent of households rent rather than own, so the mix of tenure and building type changes noticeably from street to street.
Is Malvern East a good neighbourhood for families?
About 45 per cent of households include children, and the average household size is 3.1. This guide lists 10 nearby schools across the elementary, middle and secondary tiers. Suitability still depends on the exact address, school eligibility, housing budget and commute.
How do people get around Malvern East?
Malvern East's Walk Score ratings are walking 87, transit 66 and cycling 38 on the 100-point scale. Actual travel time depends on the address, the time of day and service conditions.
Who lives in Malvern East?
Median household income in the City profile is $85,000, and 24 per cent of residents aged 25 to 64 hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The community section on this page breaks the figures down further.
