Downtown Whitby recorded 42 crime incidents between April 3 and June 2, 2026, representing 3.2% of Durham Region's total. Assault was the leading category with 20 incidents, followed by theft from vehicle (11) and other offences (5).
Downtown Whitby recorded 42 incidents between April 3 and June 2, 2026. This represents 3.2% of Durham Region's total incidents during the same period. The neighbourhood's data provides a snapshot of local crime trends over these two months.
The figures are based on reported incidents, offering a view of the types of crimes occurring in the area. While the numbers are relatively small, they reflect the distribution of crime categories within Downtown Whitby.
The data covers a two-month window from early April to early June 2026. This short period limits trend analysis, as seasonal variations and reporting delays may affect the counts. Neighbourhood boundaries in Durham Region are subject to change, so comparisons with other years should account for potential shifts in geographic definitions.
Assault was the leading category in Downtown Whitby, with 20 incidents. Theft from vehicle followed, with 11 reported cases. Other categories, including auto theft and break and enter, accounted for the remaining incidents. The dominance of assault and theft from vehicle aligns with patterns seen in other urban areas of Durham Region.
Downtown Whitby's incident count is modest compared to nearby areas like Downtown Oshawa (104 incidents) and Lakeview (70 incidents). The high proportion of assaults (20 of 42) is notable, as it accounts for nearly half of all incidents. This contrasts with the broader city profile, where property crimes like theft from vehicle are more evenly distributed. The short two-month window means these numbers are a snapshot rather than a long-term trend.
Assault was the most common, with 20 incidents reported between April 3 and June 2, 2026.
Downtown Whitby had 42 incidents, while nearby Downtown Oshawa recorded 104 and Lakeview had 70 during the same period.
Downtown Whitby accounted for 3.2% of the 1,297 incidents reported across Durham Region during this period.
Yes, theft from vehicle (11 incidents) and auto theft (4 incidents) were among the reported property crimes.
Data sourced from the Ontario open-data portal, as published by Durham Regional Police Service.