About the neighborhood

Highwood is a peaceful community with a relaxed atmosphere and minimal noise disturbances throughout most areas. The neighborhood features a mix of charming single detached homes alongside mobile homes, with many residences built during the mid-20th century, offering character and history. Convenient access to local primary and high schools is available within the community. While grocery shopping locations may require vehicular travel, the overall environment provides a quiet retreat from busier settings. The diverse housing options include mostly two and three-bedroom residences, making it an inviting area with a unique blend of architectural styles and a calm surrounding ambiance.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is an excellent mode of transportation in Highwood. Highwood is not very bicycling-friendly as there is a significant amount of slopes, and the cycling network is not very well-developed. It is also very inconvenient for pedestrians to move around in Highwood because meeting daily needs is very difficult without the need for a vehicle.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are straightforward to reach without a car from anywhere in Highwood. With respect to food, home buyers in this community almost always have to rely on a vehicle to travel to the nearest grocery store.

Character

The character of Highwood is exemplified by its relaxed environment. Highwood is especially quiet overall, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Car friendly10.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly3.2

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly1.0

Other transportation modes are needed to reach day-to-day needs

Restaurants0.0

Few or no restaurants within a short drive

Groceries0.0

Few or no groceries within a short drive

Shopping0.0

Few or no shops within a short drive