At a glance
Quaint • Historic • Family-friendly • Suburban • Upscale
Ancaster is a historic, fast-growing township in the city of Hamilton, Ontario, offering a slower pace of life than nearby Hamilton city centre. It is a popular township for families with young children and has a higher percentage of school-aged children than most other districts in Hamilton.
Things to do
Home to a number of fine dining options, historical sites and expansive natural beauty, Ancaster offers a wide variety of things to do.
Shopping and dining
Recreational
Historic
Arts and entertainment
Housing options
Homes in Ancaster are predominantly detached, single-family homes, with a limited number of options for townhouses and condos.
Getting around
Ancaster is a car-centric community. Buses run through the area, but most residents own vehicles and use them for daily activities.
Commuting
Central Hamilton → 15 minutes by car
Toronto → 1 hour by car
Airports
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport → 10 minutes by car
Toronto Pearson International Airport → 45 minutes by car
Schools
Ancaster is part of the Hamilton Wentworth school district with a number of public elementary schools, Ancaster High, as well as a handful of Montesorri, private and Christian or Catholic schools and daycares. Redeemer University, a Christian liberal arts university, is also in Ancaster—making it home to a student community as well.
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