Nobleton, Ontario, is a charming unincorporated community nestled in the southwestern part of King, Ontario, Canada. With a population of 6,507 as of 2021, it stands as the third-largest community in the township, following King City and Schomberg. Nobleton is beautifully situated south of the Oak Ridges Moraine, enveloped by rolling hills and lush forests. The eastern periphery of Nobleton is dotted with numerous horse farms, adding to its rustic charm.
Nobleton, Ontario, is perched at an elevation of approximately 300 m, just south of the regional peak of the Oak Ridges Moraine. The Humber River meanders through the southwestern part of the community, with a conservation area covering the southwest. The Oak Ridges Moraine, blanketed with pine forests and sprinkled with a few other types of trees and lakes, lies to the north and northeast. Nobleton Lakes, which includes two lakes and a golf and Country Club, is located nearly 2 to 3 km north. Forests are scattered throughout Nobleton's valleys to the east and into the southeastern portion. The farmlands lie to the west, south, east, and sporadically to the north.
Nobleton, Ontario, was first settled in 1812. Its strategic location midway between King City and Bolton on the east–west route, and Kleinburg and Schomberg on the north–south route, made it a popular stopover. Taverns and hotels were built to serve travellers, and general stores and a post office were established to cater to the burgeoning businesses. The village takes its name from Joseph Noble, an early settler of the town, and local tavern keeper. The blacksmith shop, originally built in Nobleton in the 1850s, was moved to Black Creek Pioneer Village. The slow urbanization of Nobleton began in the 1950s and the 1960s, with development of portions of the village's southwest. Housing developments began in the northern part of the village in the 1990s and 2000s, and accelerated in recent years after construction of a new wastewater system.
As of the 2021 census, the top three ethnic groups in Nobleton, Ontario, are Italian (3,120; 47.6%), which is the most concentrated population in Canada, English (470; 7.2%), and Canadian (430; 6.6%).
Nobleton, Ontario, is served by both public and Catholic separate schools for elementary and junior-age children. In the public system, students attend Nobleton Public School and high school students attend King Secondary in King City. Nobleton also offers the community an accredited Montessori private school, The Montessori Country School, which has been a part of the town for over 25 years. Pre-high school Catholic children attend St. Mary Catholic School and high school students attend Cardinal Carter in Aurora. The Dr. William Laceby Community Centre, equipped with a large regulation size ice rink, serves as a hub for community activities.
Nobleton, Ontario, is well-equipped with essential services. Nobleton Fire Station 38 provides fire suppression for the area and is part of King Township Fire Services. Policing is provided by York Regional Police, and York Region EMS provides ambulance services.
