Bedford

What makes Bedford one of the most sought after residential areas in Atlantic Canada? People like it here. Bedford's 13,868 residents enjoy a quality lifestyle and small town atmosphere, yet are conveniently located only minutes from Atlantic Canada's industrial core. Bedford residents enjoy the best of both worlds. Public access to ocean and lakeside parks provides a diversity of pastimes including water skiing, windsurfing, yachting and swimming. It's a beautiful place to enjoy precious leisure hours. With Halifax only a fifteen minute drive away, residents have all the amenities of a large city including: live theatre, art galleries, dance performances, museums, international entertainment, hotels, convention facilities, quality shops and restaurants.

Whether residents prefer a large single family dwelling with a Basin view, the latest in a modern energy-efficient home, a multi-family accommodation including townhouses, condominiums and apartments, Bedford has a home to suit every taste.

Housing prices in Bedford range from approximately $96,500 to $500,000 with the average price around $162,000. Most Bedford residents own their own home.

Parks, recreation facilities, public transport, numerous shopping areas, restaurants and specialty shops help create an exciting environment for the family.

EDUCATION
Bedford provides a uniform high calibre of teaching for all levels. There are eight public schools located in Bedford: five elementary level facilities, one senior elementary, one junior high and one senior high school. All junior elementary schools are within walking distance of children's homes. Older students not within walking distance of their schools receive bus service. Post secondary educational facilities are available only minutes from Bedford. There are seven degree granting universities and institutions including Mount Saint Vincent University, Dalhousie University, St. Mary's University, the Technical University of Nova Scotia, The University of King's College, The Nova Scotia College of Art and Design and the Atlantic School of Theology. Several business and technology schools are also nearby. Adult education classes area available in a wide range of subjects.

RECREATION
If recreation is a priority for your family, Bedford and the surrounding area will keep you busy season after season. Bedford has approximately 500 acres of recreational lands providing countless activities. The proximity of Bedford to the ocean provides a diversity of activities for its residents. The Town also has a very successful and highly respected yacht club which has attained national recognition.