Cobourg Crime in 2026 — Statistics & Map

In 2026, Cobourg recorded 639 reported incidents. The 'Other' category dominated with 550 incidents, accounting for the majority of the total. This is the only year of data available, so year-over-year comparisons cannot be made.

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Incidents in 2026
100%
Share of selected city data
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Rank among years
Other
Top category
550 incidents

Category mix in 2026

Other 550
86.1% of 2026 incidents
Theft 45
7% of 2026 incidents
Assault 28
4.4% of 2026 incidents
1.9% of 2026 incidents
0.6% of 2026 incidents

Cobourg crime 2026

In 2026, Cobourg recorded 639 reported incidents across all crime categories. This marks the first year of available data for the town, providing a baseline for future comparisons.

This page details the distribution of incidents by category, highlighting the most frequently reported types of crime in Cobourg for 2026. The data reflects only reported incidents and does not account for population changes or unreported events.

Year-over-year

The 2026 data for Cobourg shows a total of 639 reported incidents, with the 'Other' category accounting for the majority at 550 incidents. Theft followed with 45 reports, while assault and mischief had 28 and 12 incidents, respectively. Break-and-enter incidents were the least frequent, with only 4 reports. This snapshot offers a starting point for understanding crime patterns in Cobourg, though trends cannot yet be established without prior-year data.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

The 2026 data for Cobourg is notable for the overwhelming dominance of the 'Other' category, which comprises 86% of all reported incidents. This skew is unusual compared to larger urban centres, where property crimes like theft or mischief typically lead. The low count of break-and-enter incidents (4) stands out, as does the absence of prior-year data, making it impossible to assess trends. The numbers reflect only what was reported, not the full scope of crime in the town.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Cobourg crime in 2026

How many incidents were reported in Cobourg in 2026?

Cobourg recorded 639 reported incidents in 2026. This is the first year of available data for the town.

Is crime increasing or decreasing in Cobourg?

Trend direction cannot be determined for 2026, as this is the only year of data available for Cobourg.

Which category had the most reported incidents in 2026?

The 'Other' category had the highest number of incidents, with 550 reports, accounting for 86% of the total.

Where does this data come from?

This data is sourced from open crime reports published by the Cobourg Police Service (ON).

Sources

Data sourced from open crime reports published by the Cobourg Police Service (ON).

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