Timberlea

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Timberlea is a highly-rated community (4.7/5 from 791 verified reviews) known for top-tier schools (4.8/5), family-friendly atmosphere (4.6/5), and a reasonable commute to downtown (25–35 min). Safety is rated 4.5/5 with active neighborhood watch programs. Pedestrian-friendliness scores 4.2/5, cycling 4.0/5, and transit 4.5/5. The housing market offers diverse options from entry-level to luxury, and residents frequently praise the parks (4.6/5), amenities, and community events. See all 10 FAQs below ↓

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Timberlea Closest Schools, real estate listings, maps, local information NAME/ADDRESS DISTANCE Kathy's Fiber Arts & Crafts Timberlea Landing, 1-118 Millennium Drive, Fort McMurray 0.46 km Holy Trinity Catholic High School 230 Powder Drive, Fort McMurray 0.46 km Ecole McTavish Public High School 352 Parsons Creek Drive, Fort McMurray 0.60 km Christina Gordon Public School 106 Parsons Creek Drive, Fort McMurray 0.72 km St Martha School 102 Parsons Creek Drive, Fort McMurray 0.91 km Fort McMurray Christian School 107 Brett Drive, Fort McMurray 1.13 km Timberlea Public School 107 Brett Drive, Fort McMurray 1.19 km St Anne's School 101 Brett Drive, Fort McMurray 1.31 km Walter And Gladys Hill Public School 3-301 Sparrow Hawk Drive, Fort McMurray 1.87 km École Dickinsfield School 201 Dickins Drive, Fort McMurray 2.19 km Sister Mary Phillips School 177 Dickins Dr, Fort McMurray 2.21 km Daystar Childcare Centre 101 Abraham Drive, Fort McMurray 2.64 km Frank Spragins High School 190 Tamarack Way, Fort McMurray 2.84 km Fort McMurray Montessori Group of Schools 190 Tamarack Way, Fort McMurray 2.85 km Thickwood Heights Preschool 110 Eymundson Road, Fort McMurray 3.02 km Westwood Community High School 221 Tundra Drive, Fort McMurray 3.03 km Father Patrick Mercredi Community High School 455 Silin Forest Road, Fort McMurray 3.11 km St Gabriel School 585 Signal Road, Fort McMurray 3.12 km Early Start Learning Centre 101 Signal Road Unit 35, Fort McMurray 3.13 km Saint Paul's Elementary School 429 Ross Haven Drive, Fort McMurray 3.28 km Distances are estimated from a central point within the community. Timberlea Closest Libraries NAME/ADDRESS DISTANCE YmmLittleLibrary 303 Plamondon Drive, Fort McMurray 0.70 km Wood Buffalo Regional Library 1 C.A. Knight Way MacDonald Island Park Lower Level, Fort McMurray 4.80 km Suncor Community Leisure Centre 1 Macdonald Drive, Fort McMurray 4.90 km

What it's like to live in Timberlea
Average Rating:4.7/5
Total Reviews:791 Reviews
Safety Rating:4.5/5
School Rating:4.8/5
Would Recommend:84%

Timberlea Community Ratings
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Pedestrian-friendly How easy it is to get around on foot 4/5
Cycling-friendly How bike-friendly the streets are 4/5
Transit Access to buses, trains, and subways 4/5
Car-friendly How easy it is to drive and park 4/5
Groceries How close grocery stores are 4/5
Shopping Shops and retail within reach 4/5
Cafés Coffee shops and casual spots nearby 4/5
Restaurants Places to eat out close by 4/5
Nightlife Bars and evening spots in the area 5/5
High schools Access to nearby high schools 4/5
Primary schools Access to nearby elementary schools 4/5
Daycares Childcare options close by 4/5
Quiet How calm and low-noise the area is 4/5
Vibrant How lively and busy it feels 4/5
Parks Green space and parks nearby 4/5
Wellness Gyms and health spots in reach 4/5

Timberlea Livability Data

Category Rating Reviews Description
Overall Livability4.7 / 5791Weighted average of all resident ratings
Pedestrian-friendly4/537How easy it is to get around on foot
Cycling-friendly4/529How bike-friendly the streets are
Transit4/552Access to buses, trains, and subways
Car-friendly4/547How easy it is to drive and park
Groceries4/561How close grocery stores are
Shopping4/548Shops and retail within reach
Cafés4/533Coffee shops and casual spots nearby
Restaurants4/557Places to eat out close by
Nightlife5/526Bars and evening spots in the area
High schools4/539Access to nearby high schools
Primary schools4/545Access to nearby elementary schools
Daycares4/531Childcare options close by
Quiet4/555How calm and low-noise the area is
Vibrant4/542How lively and busy it feels
Parks4/563Green space and parks nearby
Wellness4/536Gyms and health spots in reach

Data aggregated from verified resident reviews. Last updated: October 2026.

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Top 10 Timberlea Community
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How safe is the community for families? Top
Safety rating is 4.5/5. Active neighborhood watch, low crime rates.
What are the best schools? Top
Schools are rated 4.8/5 with highly-rated public and separate schools.
What is the average home price?
Housing market rated 4.7/5. Prices vary from entry-level to luxury.
How is the commute to downtown?
Commute rated 4.6/5, 25-35 min to downtown, multiple transit options.
What amenities are available?
Shopping, dining, recreation, parks. Healthy living rating 4.3/5.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes, score 4.6/5 with parks, playgrounds, community events.
What are property taxes like?
Competitive with surrounding areas. Contact agents for specifics.
Are there new construction homes?
Yes, several new developments: condos, townhomes, detached.
Demographic diversity?
Diversity score 4.2/5, mix of families, professionals, retirees.
Local employment opportunities?
Jobs rating 4.3/5, various employment centers nearby.
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Safety: 4.5/5 – Active watch, low crime

Schools: 4.8/5 – Highly-rated

Housing Market: 4.7/5 – Diverse options

Commute: 4.6/5 – 25-35 min

Family-Friendly: 4.6/5 – Parks, events

Amenities: 4.3/5 – Shopping, dining

Diversity: 4.2/5 – Mixed demographics

Jobs: 4.3/5 – Local centers

Data sources: Aggregated from 791 verified resident reviews, Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®) market data, and Calgary Police Service community crime statistics. Last updated: October 2026.

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