Community Guide
Living in
Bridlewood
A well-established southwest Calgary community known for its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent transit connections, and access to Fish Creek Provincial Park.
AreaVibes Livability Score
Livability Breakdown
How Bridlewood Scores
Grades sourced from AreaVibes.com based on local data including transit access, cost of living, school performance, employment, and more.
Commute
LRT direct to downtown
Cost of Living
4% below national avg
Employment
Median income $108,579
Housing
79% home ownership
Health & Safety
Multiple clinics nearby
Schools
89% grad rate
Amenities
Parks & essentials close
Crime
32% below Alberta avg
Source: AreaVibes.com — Bridlewood, Calgary AB. Grades reflect local data benchmarked against provincial and national averages.
By the Numbers
Bridlewood at a Glance
Cost of Living
A+Bridlewood's cost of living index is 96 out of 100, making it 4% less expensive than the national average and 5% lower than the Calgary average. For buyers and renters, this translates to real day-to-day savings on groceries, services, and housing.
Employment
A+The median household income in Bridlewood is $108,579, which is 15% higher than the Alberta average and 32% higher than the national average. This reflects a community of working professionals and established families.
Housing
A+The median home value in Bridlewood is $510,810, which is 2% lower than the Alberta average and 23% lower than the national average. With a home ownership rate of 79%, Bridlewood is a community of owners who invest in their neighbourhood.
Crime
CBridlewood's total crime rate is 4,365 per 100,000 people, which is 32% lower than the Alberta provincial average. While slightly above the national average (3%), it remains well below the provincial benchmark and is consistent with established suburban Calgary communities.
Getting Around
Commute & Transit
Bridlewood earns an A+ for commute. The Somerset Bridlewood LRT station provides direct access to downtown Calgary in under 30 minutes. Stoney Trail and Macleod Trail are both minutes away for drivers, making this one of the most connected communities in southwest Calgary.
Somerset Bridlewood LRT
3 min drive, direct to downtown Calgary
Stoney Trail (Ring Road)
3 min, quick access east and west
Macleod Trail
4 min, north south arterial
Public Transit
12% of residents use transit daily
How Residents Commute
Commute Breakdown
1% above CDN avg
5% above CDN avg
2% below CDN avg
Education
Schools Near Bridlewood
Bridlewood earns an A+ for schools. The community has a high school graduation rate of 89%, which is 5% higher than the Alberta average and 7% higher than the national average.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridlewood School | Public K to 6 | Walking distance |
| Dr. Freda Miller School | Public K to 9 | 5 min drive |
| St. Bonaventure School | Catholic K to 9 | 5 min drive |
| Bishop O'Byrne High | Catholic Gr. 10 to 12 | 6 min drive |
| Samuel W. Shaw School | Public K to 6 | 7 min drive |
| FFCA South Campus | Charter K to 12 | 8 min drive |
Green Space
Parks & Nature
Bridlewood is bordered by Fish Creek Provincial Park, one of the largest urban parks in Canada, and features internal wetlands, pathways, and playgrounds throughout the community.
Fish Creek Provincial Park
5 min, Calgary's largest urban park
Bridlewood Wetlands
Walking distance, natural wetland reserve
Bridleridge Park
Steps away, community park
Evergreen Soccer Field
Nearby, sports fields and open space
Janet Johnstone Playground
Local playground and green space
Shopping & Services
Everyday Conveniences
The Shawnessy area, just minutes away, provides comprehensive shopping, dining, and services including major grocery chains, the YMCA, and dozens of restaurants.
Shawnessy Shopping Centre
4 min, Superstore, Walmart, banks and dining
Real Canadian Superstore
4 min, full service grocery
Walmart Supercentre
5 min, Shawnessy location
Co-op Grocery
6 min, Bridlewood location
Shawnessy Dining Strip
4 min, dozens of restaurants and cafes
Shawnessy YMCA
5 min, pool, fitness and classes
Healthcare
Health & Medical
Bridlewood earns an A+ for health and safety. Local clinics are within the community, and two major hospitals are within a 15-minute drive.
🏥 Bridlewood Medical Clinic
Local family medicine
🏥 Shawnessy Medical Clinic
4 min drive
🏥 Rockyview General Hospital
12 min drive, full service
🏥 South Health Campus
15 min drive, modern full service
Bryan Panganiban & Marlu Badillo
Real Estate Professionals Inc.
Community data sourced from AreaVibes.com. Statistics are for informational purposes only and may not reflect current conditions. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract. © 2026 Real Estate Professionals Inc.