Calgary communities
University District
At a glance
Community facts
People
- Population
- 703
- Dwellings
- 329
- Density
- 1,078/ km²
Place
- Area
- 1.15km²
- Sector
- Northwest
- Structure
- Other
Sources: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census · City of Calgary Open Data · Updated July 9, 2026
Market
Market snapshot
In the neighbourhood
Livability
Green space & getting around
- Parkland
- 4%
- Natural area
- 0%
- Tree canopy
- 6%
- Pathways & trails
- 4.8km
- Bike routes
- 0.0km
- C-Train stations
- 0
- Bus stops
- 23
Schools
- Dr. Gordon Townsend School — Elementary/Junior High/Senior High (Public)
Development
Development
University District — common questions
- Which part of Calgary is University District in?
- University District is in the Northwest sector of Calgary.
- How big is University District?
- University District covers about 1.2 square kilometres.
- Which communities border University District?
- University District borders Montgomery, Parkdale, St. Andrews Heights, University Heights, University Of Calgary, and Varsity.
- How many historic resources are in University District?
- University District has no listed historic resources.
- Is University District good for walking and cycling?
- University District has 0.0 km of bike routes and 4.8 km of pathways and trails.
Bordering communities
Communities bordering University District
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Sources & notes
Livability figures (transit, parks, schools, culture) — City of Calgary Open Data, refreshed periodically. Approximate; may not reflect the most recent changes.
Sold & market figures — compiled from MLS® sold data for this community; not the MLS® HPI. Recently sold records may be revised as they're finalized.