Victoria Area

Esquimalt

A Few Quick Facts About Esquimalt

Esquimalt  fifth largest municipality in the Victoria Metropolitan Area with an estimated (1998) population of 16,890.

Population Projection for 2010 is 18,747 inhabitants.

The area of land defined as Esquimalt is 10.05 sq. km.

Population density is 1681 people per sq. km, which is the second largest density in the Victoria Metropolitan Area.

The average house price (Jan - Mar 1999) in Esquimalt is $186,580.

The average household income in Esquimalt is $40,959.

Neighbourhoods: Esquimalt, Kinsmen Park, Old Esquimalt.

The municipality of Esquimalt has historically been known to be the home of those in the working class or of native origin.  Today it is better known for hosting the Pacific Fleet of the Canadian Forces and CFB Esquimalt.  Residents of this area enjoy the beauty of the nearby sea shore and the lovely Gorge and Saxe Point Parks.  Throughout the years, Esquimalt has maintained a "small" feel to itself and is often referred to as the community "beyond the bridge."  Esquimalt offers a mix of old and new in terms of the housing that is available.  There is plenty of shopping and recreational facilities available to residents since it is situated only 2.5 miles from downtown Victoria.