Fernwood is a historic neighbourhood in Victoria, it tends to attract young families, artist and likeminded individuals. Fernwood is defined by Haultain to the north, Beglue and Shelbourne to the east, Cook street to the west and Fort st to the South.
At the centre of the Fernwood neighbourhood since 1973 is the Belfry Theatre. it is located in an old 19th-century church and has a focus on Canadian content. Vitoria High school one of the oldest High schools in Canada is located in Fernwood.
Fernwood is serviced by the bus 2,10,24,25,27 and 28. There are four parks located in Fernwood; Alexander, Queens, William Stevenson and Wesley Park. There are Tennis Courts and green space for recreation.
Fernwood has a population is 9425, and represents 11.8% of Victoria. There is a population over the age of 65 is 18% with a median age of 41.9.