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Simcoe County
Bradford real estate.
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, in Simcoe County, was incorporated in 1991 and had 42,880 residents in the 2021 Census, up 21.4% from 2016. It includes Bradford, Bond Head, Coulson's Hill, Deerhurst, Dunkerron, Green Valley, Newton Robinson and Pinkerton, with Bradford GO on the Barrie line and Highway 400 running through the town. The Jennifer Jones Team, LPT Realty, Brokerage, helps buyers and sellers here.
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Overview
Living in Bradford
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury was incorporated in 1991 from the former Town of Bradford, most of the former Township of West Gwillimbury and a small part of Tecumseth. It includes Bradford, Bond Head, Coulson's Hill, Deerhurst, Dunkerron, Green Valley, Newton Robinson and Pinkerton.
Statistics Canada counted 42,880 residents in the 2021 Census, up 21.4% from 35,325 in 2016.
Schools
- Bradford West Gwillimbury is in Simcoe County, served by the Simcoe County District School Board and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board.
- School assignments depend on the exact address — confirm with the board before you buy.
Simcoe County District School BoardSimcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
Getting around
- Bradford GO Station, at 300 Holland Street East, is on the Barrie line and has free parking.
- Highway 400 runs through the town.
- The Bradford Bypass, designated Highway 425, is a planned 16.3 km four-lane highway between Highway 400 and Highway 404. Major construction on the West section began in May 2026; the Ministry of Transportation expects the West section to be complete by 2030, with the Central and East sections still in detail design. The province says the route can save up to 35 minutes compared to local roads.
- 9th Line is closed at Highway 400 from July 6, 2026 for about three years during Bradford Bypass construction.
Things to do in Bradford
- BWG Leisure Centre (471 West Park Avenue): pool, arenas, gym and fitness centre.
- BWG Public Library & Cultural Centre (425 Holland Street West).
- Scanlon Creek Conservation Area (LSRCA, 2450 9th Line): about 300 hectares with loop trails of 2 km (Sugar Maple), 2.8 km (Chickadee) and 3.3 km (Kingfisher), plus the Discovery Play Garden. Dogs must be on leash; the Bark Park is permanently closed.
- The historic downtown along Holland Street and the heritage hamlet of Bond Head.
Communities
Communities in Bradford West Gwillimbury
Downtown Bradford
Holland Street is Bradford's historic core, with the public library and Bradford GO on the Barrie line.
Explore Downtown BradfordBond Head
Bond Head is a historic hamlet west of Highway 400, with a Heritage Conservation District Plan prepared by the Town.
Explore Bond HeadHolland Marsh
The Holland Marsh is a Greenbelt Specialty Crop Area of muck-soil farmland spanning Bradford West Gwillimbury and King Township.
Explore Holland Marsh
On the market
Homes for sale in Bradford
175 active sale listings
Market stats
Bradford by the numbers
Updated October 2026
Figures shown for Bradford West Gwillimbury.
- Median sold price
- $780,000
- Average sold price
- $839,000
- Avg. days on market
- 40
- Sale-to-list ratio
- 97.2%
- Sales
- 19
- Active listings
- 174
Source: TRREB MLS® data via PropTx
Residential sales, October 2026. Aggregates only; figures may be revised.
Market snapshot
The Bradford market, in context.
Current local update
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Frequently asked about Bradford
What communities are in Bradford West Gwillimbury?+
The Town includes Bradford, Bond Head, Coulson's Hill, Deerhurst, Dunkerron, Green Valley, Newton Robinson and Pinkerton. Our community guides cover Downtown Bradford (Holland Street) at /areas/bradford/downtown-bradford, Bond Head at /areas/bradford/bond-head and the Holland Marsh at /areas/bradford/holland-marsh.
What is Bradford West Gwillimbury's population?+
Bradford West Gwillimbury had 42,880 residents in the 2021 Census, up 21.4% from 35,325 in 2016, according to Statistics Canada.
Does Bradford have a GO station?+
Yes. Bradford GO Station is at 300 Holland Street East on the Barrie line, with free parking.
What is the Bradford Bypass?+
The Bradford Bypass, designated Highway 425, is a planned 16.3 km four-lane highway connecting Highway 400 and Highway 404. Major construction on the West section began in May 2026 and the Ministry of Transportation expects that section to be complete by 2030; the Central and East sections are in detail design. 9th Line is closed at Highway 400 from July 6, 2026 for about three years.
What is Scanlon Creek Conservation Area?+
Scanlon Creek is a Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority property at 2450 9th Line of about 300 hectares, with 2 km, 2.8 km and 3.3 km loop trails and the Discovery Play Garden. Dogs must be leashed; the Bark Park is permanently closed.
Which school boards serve Bradford?+
The Simcoe County District School Board and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board serve Bradford West Gwillimbury. Confirm the school for a specific address with the board.
How is the Bradford market doing this month?+
In October 2026, Bradford West Gwillimbury recorded 19 residential sales with a median sold price of $780,000 and an average of 40 days on market (TRREB MLS® data via PropTx). Figures update monthly.
How do I search homes for sale in Bradford?+
Use the home search on this page or our main search and choose Bradford. You can type a town or community name, filter by price, beds and property type, and save a search to get alerts when new matching listings come on the market.
How does The Jennifer Jones Team help buyers and sellers in Bradford?+
For buyers, we build a search plan around your budget, commute and must-haves, review listings and neighbourhoods with you, book showings and negotiate your offer. For sellers, we prepare a property-specific pricing review, plan preparation and marketing, and negotiate offers through to closing.
How do I get in touch about buying or selling in Bradford?+
Call The Jennifer Jones Team at 416-702-1146 or email Jenn@jj.team. We are with LPT Realty, Brokerage. Our Newmarket office at 350 Harry Walker Pkwy N, Unit 19, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8L3 is by appointment only, so please call ahead to book a time.
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Keep exploring
Sources
- Town of BWG: History and heritage
- Statistics Canada, 2021 Census Profile: Bradford West Gwillimbury
- GO Transit: Bradford GO
- Ontario Newsroom: Ontario begins major construction on Bradford Bypass (May 14, 2026)
- Bradford Bypass project
- Bradford Bypass: Traffic impacts
- Town of BWG: BWG Leisure Centre
- LSRCA: Scanlon Creek Conservation Area
- Simcoe County District School Board
- Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
Ready to talk about Bradford?
Call The Jennifer Jones Team or book a consultation. LPT Realty, Brokerage.