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What is the crime rate in the Beaches in Toronto?

For the area of the Beaches that is south of Queen Street, there is an average of 7.8 crimes against people per 1,000 people living and working in the area. There is an average of 20.64 crimes against property. North of Queen, there is an average of 7.44 crimes against people and 23.68 crimes against property.



"The Beaches" (or The Beach) in Toronto remains one of the city's safest and most affluent neighborhoods in 2026. According to the latest Toronto Police Service (TPS) data, the crime rate in this area is significantly lower than the city-wide average. Most reported incidents are categorized as property crimes, such as "Theft from Vehicle" or bicycle theft, rather than violent offenses. In 2025, Toronto saw a massive 55% decrease in homicides and a significant cooling of auto thefts, trends that have continued into early 2026. The Beaches benefits from a strong sense of community and high visibility, making "Major Crime Indicators" (MCIs) like robbery or assault very rare compared to high-density areas like Downtown Yonge or West Humber. While no urban area is completely crime-free, the neighborhood consistently ranks among the top residential zones for family safety, with the primary "nuisance" crimes being petty theft and occasional noise complaints during the busy summer festival season along the boardwalk.

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