In Durham Region, assault was the most reported crime category, with 524 incidents between April 3 and June 2, 2026. This accounts for 40.4% of the city's total 1,297 reported incidents during this period. Downtown Oshawa had the highest count among neighbourhoods, with 53 incidents.
Data current through . Source: official Durham Region police open-data portal.
This page covers reported assault incidents in Durham Region, Ontario. Assault is the most frequently reported crime category in the region, accounting for 40.4% of all reported incidents during the selected period.
Between April 3, 2026, and June 2, 2026, there were 524 reported assault incidents in Durham Region. This category represents a significant portion of the city's overall crime data, highlighting its prevalence compared to other types of offences.
Assault is the most common crime in Durham Region, with 524 incidents reported during this period. It ranks first among the seven tracked crime categories, surpassing theft from vehicle (263 incidents), auto theft (179 incidents), and break and enter (160 incidents). The category's prevalence is notable, as it accounts for over two-fifths of all reported incidents in the region.
Assault stands out as the most reported crime in Durham Region, making up over 40% of all incidents in this period. The 524 incidents place it well ahead of other categories like theft from vehicle and auto theft. Downtown Oshawa, Lakeview, and Downtown Ajax recorded the highest counts, though no year-over-year trends can be assessed due to the limited data window. The short reporting period (April to June 2026) means these figures reflect only a snapshot, not annual patterns.
There were 524 reported assault incidents in Durham Region between April 3, 2026, and June 2, 2026. This makes it the most common crime category in the region during this period.
Downtown Oshawa had the highest number of reported assault incidents with 53, followed by Lakeview with 35 and Downtown Ajax with 24. These neighbourhoods recorded the largest counts during the selected period.
Assault is the most reported crime in Durham Region, accounting for 40.4% of all incidents. It ranks first among the seven tracked categories, with theft from vehicle (263 incidents) and auto theft (179 incidents) following behind.
The data covers reported assault incidents from April 3, 2026, to June 2, 2026. This two-month window provides a snapshot of crime activity during this period.
Data sourced from open data provided by the Government of Ontario (ON).