Wedgewood Creek, Oakville: Neighborhood Guide
Wedgewood Creek is a mature, family-oriented Oakville neighborhood built mainly in the 1980s, sitting between Joshua Creek and River Oaks in postal code L6H, known for its Iroquois Ridge school catchment, generous lot sizes, and quick highway access.
Category | Detail |
|---|---|
Postal code | L6H |
Region | Halton Region, Ontario (Oakville) |
Built | Primarily 1980s to early 1990s, with ongoing modernization of original homes |
Housing stock | Detached two storey homes and freehold townhomes on generous lots |
School district | Halton District School Board (public); Halton Catholic District School Board (Catholic) |
Neighborhood boundaries and housing stock described from local Oakville neighborhood profiles and recent MLS listing data. School and board details sourced from hdsb.ca and hcdsb.org.
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Welcome to Wedgewood Creek
A mature, family-friendly pocket of east-central Oakville built around generous lots, mature trees, and one of the town's most sought after high school catchments.
The small community of Wedgewood Creek, developed in the 1980s, is sandwiched between Joshua Creek and River Oaks in east-central Oakville. Prevailing modernization of the original homes gives this neighborhood flair while maintaining the generous lot sizes and mature greenery that its first buyers chose. Home to numerous trails and parks, and to the highly ranked Iroquois Ridge High School, Wedgewood Creek is a desirable family community for buyers who want established surroundings without giving up highway access.
Housing in Wedgewood Creek is predominantly two storey detached homes on well sized lots, along with freehold townhomes that offer a more affordable entry point into the neighborhood. Roughly 90 percent of residents own rather than rent, reflecting the area's stability as a long term family community.
Housing tenure and construction era figures sourced from local Oakville neighborhood real estate profiles.
What to Love About Wedgewood Creek
- Iroquois Ridge High School: 1123 Glenashton Drive, grades 9 to 12, Halton District School Board, ranked among the top public secondary schools in Ontario.
- Iroquois Ridge Community Centre: two pools including a waterslide, a fitness centre, a public library, and an older adults' centre, all within walking distance for most residents.
- Glenashton Park: a skateboard park, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball courts, and a leash free dog park.
- Generous, mature lots: 1980s construction with larger setbacks and established tree cover than newer Oakville subdivisions.
Local Lifestyle in Wedgewood Creek
Residents enjoy easy access to the Iroquois Ridge Community Centre, which offers two pools, a waterslide, a public library, a fitness centre and gym, and an older adults' centre. Nearby Glenashton Park features a skateboard park, tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball courts, plus a leash free dog park. Upper Middle Shopping Plaza is the go to spot for groceries, the Beer Store, the LCBO, and restaurants, including a neighborhood pub.
Commuters benefit from Wedgewood Creek's central location: residents can be on the 403, 407, or QEW, or at the Oakville GO station, in a short drive, making the neighborhood a practical choice for anyone commuting toward Toronto or Mississauga.
Dining, Entertainment and Shopping
- Upper Middle Shopping Plaza: groceries, the Beer Store, the LCBO, and several restaurants including a neighborhood pub, serving the Wedgewood Creek and Joshua Creek area.
For a wider range of dining and independent retail, residents typically head to downtown Oakville's Lakeshore Road corridor, about a 10 to 15 minute drive south.
Things to Do
- Glenashton Park: skateboard park, tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball courts, plus a leash free dog park.
- Iroquois Ridge Community Centre: two pools, a waterslide, a fitness centre, and a public library branch.
- Neighborhood trail network connecting Wedgewood Creek to nearby Joshua Creek and River Oaks green spaces.
Wedgewood Creek Associated Schools
Catholic
St. Marguerite d'Youville CES (RT), Grade JK to 8 (FI) Grade 1 to 3*, (ExF) Grade 5 to 8*
St. Mary CES (FI) Grade 3 to 8*
St. Ignatius of Loyola CSS (FI) Grade 9 to 11*
Holy Trinity CSS (RT and ExF) Grade 9 to 12
RT: Regular Track. FI: French Immersion. ExF: Extended French.
Public
Sheridan PES (ET) Grade JK to 5
Falgarwood PES (ET) Grade 6 to 8*
Munn's PES (FI) Grade 2 to 8
Iroquois Ridge PSS (ET and FI) Grade 9 to 12, 1123 Glenashton Drive, ranked among the top 10 public secondary schools in Ontario in recent provincial rankings
ET: English Track. FI: French Immersion.
School assignments provided by the client's local area knowledge and cross-checked against the Halton District School Board and Halton Catholic District School Board directories. Iroquois Ridge High School ranking sourced from its Wikipedia entry, citing a 2022 to 2023 provincial ranking. School catchment boundaries are set by the Halton District School Board and Halton Catholic District School Board and may change. Buyers should confirm current boundary assignments directly with the applicable board before purchasing, rather than relying on this page.
Wedgewood Creek Real Estate Market
Wedgewood Creek's housing stock is dominated by 1980s built detached homes and freehold townhomes, with recent MLS listed sales ranging from roughly $900,000 for a townhome to nearly $2.9 million for a larger renovated detached home. Buyers looking for four or more bedrooms are especially well served here compared to some of Oakville's newer, smaller lot subdivisions.
An experienced oakville real estate agent can help buyers evaluate how property size, renovations, school catchments, and recent comparable sales affect pricing in Wedgewood Creek.
Price range reflects recent active MLS listings in the Wedgewood Creek area as of mid 2026 and will shift with the market. Confirm current pricing with a licensed agent before making decisions.
For a full look at what is currently available, browse active Oakville listings, or reach out to Rina Dirisio's team for a market walkthrough specific to Wedgewood Creek and the Iroquois Ridge catchment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wedgewood Creek in Oakville?
Wedgewood Creek sits in east-central Oakville, between Joshua Creek to the north and River Oaks to the south, in the L6H postal code area. Glenashton Drive roughly marks the boundary between the newer homes of Joshua Creek and the more established homes of Wedgewood Creek.
What school does Wedgewood Creek feed into?
Wedgewood Creek's public secondary school is Iroquois Ridge High School at 1123 Glenashton Drive, part of the Halton District School Board, offering both English and French Immersion tracks for grades 9 to 12. Catholic secondary students in the area typically attend St. Ignatius of Loyola or Holy Trinity, both Halton Catholic District School Board schools.
What kind of homes are in Wedgewood Creek?
Wedgewood Creek is predominantly two storey detached homes on generous lots, built mainly during the neighborhood's 1980s construction boom, along with a selection of freehold townhomes. Many original homes have since been renovated or rebuilt while keeping the neighborhood's larger lot sizes and mature tree cover.
Is Wedgewood Creek a good area for commuters?
Yes. Wedgewood Creek's central Oakville location puts residents a short drive from the 403, 407, and QEW, as well as the Oakville GO station, making it a practical choice for commuters heading toward Toronto or Mississauga.
What amenities are near Wedgewood Creek?
Residents rely on the Iroquois Ridge Community Centre for pools, a waterslide, a fitness centre, and a public library, and on Glenashton Park for a skateboard park, tennis and pickleball courts, and a leash free dog park. Upper Middle Shopping Plaza covers everyday grocery, LCBO, and dining needs.
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