Is Uxbridge a good place to live?
Yes, for buyers who want trails, space and a true small town. Uxbridge has a heritage downtown, a local hospital, strong community spirit and hundreds of kilometres of trails on the Oak Ridges Moraine. It is car-oriented, and a typical detached home was about $1.08 million in September 2026.
- Best for: outdoor-focused families, hybrid workers, downsizers and estate or hobby-farm buyers.
- Typical price (Sept 2026): $1,017,400 composite; detached $1,076,300; townhouse $600,700; condo $558,400 (TRREB MLS® HPI).
- Getting around: car-oriented; about 20–25 minutes to Old Elm GO on the Stouffville line and 60–90 minutes to downtown Toronto by car.
- Areas to know: Downtown Uxbridge, Quaker Village, in-town subdivisions and hamlets like Goodwood, Leaskdale and Udora.
Updated October 2026 by the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage.
About Uxbridge, Ontario
Uxbridge calls itself the Trail Capital of Canada, with hundreds of kilometres of trails through the Durham Regional Forest, conservation areas and the Oak Ridges Moraine for hiking, cycling, skiing and riding.
The town centre along Brock Street has heritage buildings, local restaurants and the Uxbridge Music Hall. The York-Durham Heritage Railway runs seasonal excursions from the historic Uxbridge station.
Beyond town, hamlets like Goodwood, Leaskdale, Udora and Zephyr are surrounded by farms and estate properties. Author L.M. Montgomery lived in Leaskdale, and her manse is now a historic site.
| Fact | Uxbridge |
|---|---|
| Population (2021 Census) | 21,556 |
| Region | Durham Region |
| Area | About 420 km² |
| Benchmark price, all homes (Sept 2026) | $1,017,400 |
| Benchmark price, detached (Sept 2026) | $1,076,300 |
| Nearest GO train | Old Elm GO (Stouffville line) |
| Major roads | Highway 47, Highway 12, Highway 7 |
| Hospital | Uxbridge Hospital (Oak Valley Health) |
📍 Uxbridge, Durham Region, Ontario
Uxbridge Neighbourhood Guide
Downtown Uxbridge
The heritage core around Brock Street has century homes, local shops, restaurants, the Music Hall and the library within walking distance.
- Brock Street shops and restaurants
- Uxbridge Music Hall
- Historic railway station
- Century homes
Quaker Village
Quaker Village is a family neighbourhood with quiet streets, parks and Quaker Village Public School, close to town amenities.
- Quaker Village Public School
- Quiet residential streets
- Parks and trails
- Short drive to downtown
In-town Uxbridge
Residential areas around the town core and Uxbridge Secondary School offer family homes close to schools, shopping, the hospital and recreation.
- Uxbridge Secondary School
- Uxbridge Hospital
- Grocery and shopping
- Elgin Park and pond
Goodwood, Leaskdale & hamlets
Rural Uxbridge and hamlets such as Goodwood, Leaskdale, Udora and Zephyr offer farms, estate lots, century homes and hobby-farm potential.
- Acreage and estate lots
- Hobby farms
- Country roads and privacy
- Wells and septic common
| Neighbourhood | Best for | Typical housing | Price point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Uxbridge | main street living | Century homes, older detached | Mid to upper |
| Quaker Village | families | Detached homes | Mid to upper |
| In-town Uxbridge | everyday convenience | Detached, some towns | Mid to upper |
| Goodwood, Leaskdale & hamlets | space and privacy | Country homes, farms, estates | Varies |
Uxbridge Demographics
Who lives in Uxbridge?
Uxbridge attracts outdoor-loving families, hybrid workers, downsizers who want a walkable small town, and buyers looking for estate homes or hobby farms.
Growth and housing demand
Uxbridge’s growth is limited by the Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine, so most new homes are infill or small subdivisions in town. Prices were down about 11% year over year in September 2026, one of the bigger drops in Durham.
Schools in Uxbridge
Public and Catholic schools
Uxbridge Secondary School
Public secondary · UxbridgeConfirm catchment with DDSBQuaker Village Public School
Public elementary · Quaker VillageConfirm catchment with DDSBJoseph Gould Public School
Public elementary · UxbridgeConfirm catchment with DDSBGoodwood Public School
Public elementary · GoodwoodConfirm catchment with DDSBSt. Joseph Catholic Elementary School
Catholic elementary · UxbridgeConfirm catchment with DCDSB| Board | System |
|---|---|
| Durham District School Board (DDSB) | English public |
| Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) | English Catholic |
| Conseil scolaire Viamonde | French public |
| Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir | French Catholic |
Colleges and universities nearby
Ontario Tech University and Durham College in Oshawa are about 40 minutes away, and Seneca Polytechnic’s King campus is about 35 minutes west.
Transit and Getting Around Uxbridge
Old Elm GO station
The nearest GO train is Old Elm on the Stouffville line, about 20–25 minutes from town.
Highways
Highway 47 leads west to Stouffville and Highway 404; Highway 12 runs south to Whitby and Highway 407 East.
Local transit
Durham Region Transit offers limited service in Uxbridge, including on-demand options. Check DRT for current routes.
Approximate commute times from Uxbridge
| Destination | Typical time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Old Elm GO | 20–25 min | Highway 47 |
| Downtown Toronto (drive) | 60–90 min | Highway 404 / DVP |
| Stouffville | 15–20 min | Highway 47 |
| Markham | 35–40 min | Highway 47 / 48 |
| Whitby | 30–35 min | Highway 12 |
Things to Do and Local Amenities in Uxbridge
Trails & Nature
- Durham Regional Forest
- Glen Major Forest
- Elgin Park and pond
- Oak Ridges Trail
- Trans Canada Trail sections
Shopping
- Brock Street shops
- Uxbridge plazas and grocery
- Local farm markets
- Specialty and antique stores
- Stouffville shopping nearby
Recreation
- Uxbridge Arena
- Uxbridge Community Centre
- Golf and equestrian clubs
- Dagmar ski resort nearby
- Cycling and mountain biking
Culture & Heritage
- Uxbridge Music Hall
- York-Durham Heritage Railway
- Thomas Foster Memorial
- Leaskdale Manse (L.M. Montgomery)
- Uxbridge Fall Fair
Uxbridge Real Estate Market (September 2026)
| Property type | Benchmark price |
|---|---|
| Composite (all home types) | $1,017,400 |
| Detached | $1,076,300 |
| Semi-detached | $831,400 |
| Townhouse | $600,700 |
| Condo apartment | $558,400 |
| Year-over-year change (composite) | -10.95% |
Source: TRREB MLS® Home Price Index, September 2026. Benchmark prices describe a typical home, not an average sale price. Ask us for current sold data on any street.
In-town detached homes are popular with families, while estate and acreage properties vary widely in price based on land, outbuildings and the home itself.
For rural properties, budget for well, septic and inspection costs, and confirm Oak Ridges Moraine and conservation rules before planning additions.
Pros and cons of living in Uxbridge
Pros
- Hundreds of kilometres of trails
- Charming heritage downtown
- Local hospital
- Space, privacy and estate properties
- Strong small-town community
Cons
- Car-dependent with limited transit
- Long commute to downtown Toronto
- Higher prices than southern Durham
- Limited condos and rentals
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uxbridge
Yes, for buyers who value trails, nature and small-town life. Uxbridge has a heritage downtown, a local hospital and hundreds of kilometres of trails, but it is car-dependent and farther from Toronto.
In September 2026, the MLS® Home Price Index benchmark for all home types in Uxbridge was $1,017,400. By type: detached $1,076,300, semi-detached $831,400, townhouse $600,700 and condo apartment $558,400 (TRREB).
Uxbridge has hundreds of kilometres of trails through the Durham Regional Forest, conservation areas and the Oak Ridges Moraine, used for hiking, cycling, skiing and riding.
No. The nearest GO train station is Old Elm on the Stouffville line, about 20 to 25 minutes away.
Uxbridge is about 70 km northeast of downtown Toronto, roughly 60 to 90 minutes by car depending on traffic.
Yes. Uxbridge Hospital, part of Oak Valley Health, serves the community. Markham Stouffville Hospital is about 30 minutes away.
Quaker Village and in-town neighbourhoods for families, downtown for character homes, and hamlets like Goodwood and Leaskdale for space and privacy.
In September 2026 Uxbridge’s detached benchmark was $1,076,300, compared with $881,500 in Scugog, which includes Port Perry.
Last updated October 2026. Written by Damali Thomas and Desemal Thomas, Realtors, and Jermaine Whyte, Mortgage Agent Level 2, at the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage. Data: Statistics Canada 2021 Census; TRREB MLS® HPI; Metrolinx; local school boards.
