Durham Region Crime in 2026 — Statistics & Map

In 2026, Durham Region reported 1,296 criminal incidents. Assault was the most frequent category, accounting for 523 cases, followed by theft from vehicle (263) and auto theft (179). This dataset represents the first year of available data for the region, with no year-over-year comparison possible.

1,296
Incidents in 2026
99.9%
Share of selected city data
1 of 1
Rank among years
Assault
Top category
523 incidents

Category mix in 2026

Assault 523
40.4% of 2026 incidents
20.3% of 2026 incidents
13.8% of 2026 incidents
12.3% of 2026 incidents
Other 105
8.1% of 2026 incidents
Robbery 63
4.9% of 2026 incidents

Durham Region crime 2026

Durham Region recorded 1,296 reported incidents in 2026. This page provides a detailed breakdown of crime data for the region, highlighting the most frequently reported categories and their distribution throughout the year.

The data covers all reported incidents for 2026, offering insights into the types of crimes most commonly experienced in Durham Region. Without prior-year data, trends cannot be assessed, but the current year's figures provide a snapshot of the region's crime landscape.

Year-over-year

In 2026, Durham Region's reported incidents were dominated by assault, which accounted for 523 cases, making it the most frequent category. Theft from vehicles followed with 263 incidents, while auto theft and break-and-enter were also significant, with 179 and 160 cases respectively. Robbery and other categories rounded out the top six, contributing to the total of 1,296 incidents. This dataset represents the full scope of reported crime for the year, with no prior-year comparisons available.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

Durham Region's 2026 data shows a clear concentration in assault and property-related crimes, with assault alone accounting for over 40% of all incidents. The absence of prior-year data means trends cannot be inferred, but the dominance of these categories suggests a focus area for local law enforcement and community safety initiatives. The region's single-year snapshot highlights the need for targeted strategies to address these prevalent issues.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Durham Region crime in 2026

How many incidents were reported in Durham Region in 2026?

There were 1,296 reported incidents in Durham Region in 2026. This figure represents the total number of cases across all categories for the year.

Is there a trend in crime data for Durham Region?

No trend data is available as this is the only year of reported incidents provided. Without prior-year comparisons, it is not possible to assess any trends in crime data for Durham Region.

Which category had the highest number of incidents in 2026?

Assault had the highest number of incidents in 2026, with 523 reported cases. This category accounted for over 40% of all incidents in Durham Region for the year.

Where does this crime data come from?

The crime data for Durham Region is sourced from open data provided by the Ontario government. This dataset includes all reported incidents for the specified year.

Sources

Data sourced from the Ontario government's open data portal.

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