Upper Mount Royal, Calgary, Alberta, T2T 0Z2, Kanada
Mount Royal stands as a testament to Calgary’s diverse urban tapestry, divided into Upper Mount Royal and Lower Mount Royal, each with its distinct characteristics and historical background.
Overview of Mount Royal
Upper Mount Royal
- Established in: 1904
- Average Income: $127,135
- Population (2006): 2,610
- Housing: Predominantly single-family detached homes (87.2%)
- Community: Wealthy, with expensive estates, many of which are historic
- Location: Situated to the south of Lower Mount Royal, on elevated terrain
- Area: 1.3 km2 (0.50 sq mi)
- Population Density (2012): 1,960/km2 (5,060/sq mi)
Lower Mount Royal
- Average Income: $35,570
- Population (2006): 3,139
- Housing: Dominated by condominiums and apartment buildings (88.7% rented in 2001)
- Community: More diverse, with a mix of income levels
- Location: Northern section, on flat terrain
- Area: 0.3 km2 (0.12 sq mi)
- Population Density (2012): 10,600/km2 (27,000/sq mi)
History and Community
Mount Royal was originally known as ‘American hill’, due to its enclave of the city’s American born business elite. Over time, the neighborhood transitioned to a more Canadian identity.
Location and Boundaries
The area encompasses both neighborhoods, bounded on the north by 17th Avenue SW and on the west by 14th Street SW. It is concentrated in the Elbow River valley.
Education
The community is served by various educational institutions, including:
- Earl Grey Elementary School
- William Reid Elementary School
- Mount Royal Junior High
- Western Canada High School