Applewood is a residential neighbourhood located within the city of Mississauga, in the Regional Municipality of Peel, Ontario, Canada. The community lies in the northeastern portion of Mississauga, near the municipal boundary with the city of Brampton.
Geography
Applewood is generally bounded by Applewood Road to the north, Hurontario Street to the west, and the Mississauga Creek to the east and south. The neighbourhood is part of the larger Mississauga urban area and is integrated into the city’s municipal road network.
History
The area that now comprises Applewood was originally agricultural land within the historic Township of Toronto (later the Town of Mississauga). Substantial residential development occurred primarily during the 1970s and 1980s, reflecting the broader post‑war suburban expansion of Mississauga.
Community facilities
- Applewood Community Centre: Operated by the City of Mississauga, the centre provides recreational programming, meeting spaces, and a gymnasium for local residents.
- Applewood Park: A municipal park offering open green space, sports fields, and playground equipment.
- Educational institutions: The neighbourhood contains several public elementary schools, including Applewood Public School and St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School, which serve the local student population.
Demographics
According to the most recent municipal census data, Applewood’s population reflects the multicultural composition typical of Mississauga, with a mixture of first‑generation immigrants and long‑term Canadian residents. Specific demographic statistics for the neighbourhood are aggregated within broader city‑wide reports.
Transportation
Applewood is served by Mississauga’s public transit system (MiWay), with routes providing connections to the city’s central business district, the Mississauga City Centre, and adjacent municipalities. Major arterial roads such as Hurontario Street facilitate vehicular travel to nearby commercial and industrial zones.
Land use
The neighbourhood is primarily low‑rise, single‑family residential development, interspersed with townhouses and low‑rise apartment buildings. Commercial amenities are concentrated along the main arterial routes, while green spaces and schools are distributed throughout the neighbourhood.
See also
- List of neighbourhoods in Mississauga
- Mississauga, Ontario
Note: The information presented is based on publicly available municipal records and geographic data. No speculative or unverified claims have been included.