Rosscarrock, Calgary

Rosscarrock
—  Neighbourhood  —
Location of Rosscarrock in Calgary
Coordinates:
Country  Canada
Province  Alberta
City  Calgary
Quadrant SW
Ward 6
Established 1954
Government[1]
 • Administrative body Calgary City Council
 • Alderman Joe Connelly
Area
 • Total 1.1 km2 (0.4 sq mi)
Elevation 1,140 m (3,740 ft)
Population (2006)[2]
 • Total 3,200
 • Average Income $40,733
Postal code T3C
Website Rosscarrock Community Association

Rosscarrock is a residential neighbourhood in the south-west quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is bounded to the north by Bow Trail to the east by 33 Street W, to the south by 17 Avenue S and to the west by 45 Street W. The Westbrook Mall is located in the north-east corner of the neighbourhood, and it is bordered by the Shaganappi golf course.

Rosscarrock was established in 1954. It is represented in the Calgary City Council by Ward 6 Alderman Joe Connelly.[3]

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Demographics

In 2006 the neighbourhood had a population of 3,200.[4] Residents in this community had a median household income of $40,733 in 2000, and there were 27.6% low income residents living in the neighborhood.[1] As of 2000, 22.3% of the residents were immigrants. A proportion of 53.3% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 65.8% of the housing was used for renting.[2]

Education

The community is served by Ernest Manning High and Rosscarrock Elementary public schools, as well as by St. Michael Elementary & Junior High (Catholic, Late French Immersion, International Baccalaureate).

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