Malvern, Canada

With a population of just under 44,000, Malvern has the highest concentration of young people in Canada. However, this diverse neighborhood in northeast Toronto comes with a persistent headache - a reputation for crime and gang activity that local authorities have struggled to shake.

The area saw major public investment in the 2000s, including a library renovation and new park, as part of efforts to improve the community's image. But the stats tell a complicated story - Malvern is home to sizable South Asian (40%), Black (19%), and Filipino (11%) populations, with over 60 cultures represented overall. English is only the first language for half the residents, with Tamil, Tagalog, Urdu, and other tongues also widely spoken.

For young, budget-conscious families looking to put down roots in the Greater Toronto area, Malvern may offer affordable housing options, but the tradeoffs around safety and bureaucracy are not for the faint of heart.