Calgary communities
University Heights
At a glance
Community facts
People
- Population
- 2,919
- Dwellings
- 1,378
- Density
- 2,355/ km²
Place
- Area
- 0.82km²
- Sector
- Northwest
- Structure
- 1960s/1970s
Character
- Established
- 1963
- Community association
- University Heights Community Association
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
- 13%
- Natural area
- 0%
- Tree canopy
- 24%
- Pathways & trails
- 1.1km
- Bike routes
- 0.7km
- C-Train stations
- 0
- Bus stops
- 13
Schools
- University School — Elementary (Public)
- Westmount Mid/High School — Elementary/Junior High/Senior High
Culture & heritage
- Historic resources
- 1
Development
Development
University Heights — common questions
- Which part of Calgary is University Heights in?
- University Heights is in the Northwest sector of Calgary.
- How big is University Heights?
- University Heights covers about 0.8 square kilometres.
- Which communities border University Heights?
- University Heights borders Parkdale, St. Andrews Heights, University District, and University Of Calgary.
- How many historic resources are in University Heights?
- University Heights has 1 historic resource on the City of Calgary's heritage inventory.
- Is University Heights good for walking and cycling?
- University Heights has 0.7 km of bike routes and 1.1 km of pathways and trails.
Bordering communities
Communities bordering University Heights
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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.