Mischief in Edmonton — Crime Map & Statistics

In 2026, Edmonton recorded 777 mischief incidents, representing 8.1% of the city's total reported crimes. This category ranked fourth among nine crime types, with theft being the most frequent.

Data current through . Source: official Edmonton police open-data portal.

777
Mischief incidents
8.1%
Share of Edmonton incidents
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Category rank
2026-02-26 to 2026-04-27
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Mischief in Edmonton

This page covers reported mischief incidents in Edmonton, Alberta. Mischief includes acts such as vandalism, property damage, and other forms of intentional destruction or interference with property. In the period from February 26, 2026, to April 27, 2026, there were 777 reported mischief incidents in the city.

These incidents account for 8.1% of Edmonton's total reported crime during this period, which amounted to 9,553 incidents across all categories.

How Mischief compares

Mischief ranks as the fourth most common category of reported crime in Edmonton, following theft (4,144 incidents), other crimes (1,681 incidents), and fraud (866 incidents). It is more frequently reported than assault (746 incidents) and auto theft (678 incidents). This ranking highlights the prevalence of property-related offences in the city's overall crime landscape.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

Mischief is a notable category in Edmonton's crime data, ranking fourth among nine categories and accounting for over 8% of all reported incidents. The 777 incidents recorded in early 2026 highlight the frequency of property-related offences, surpassing both assault and auto theft. While the data covers only a partial window, the volume of mischief incidents underscores its significance in the city's overall crime profile. The lack of year-over-year data limits trend analysis, but the current figures provide a clear snapshot of mischief's prominence in Edmonton.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Mischief in Edmonton

What is included in the mischief category?

Mischief encompasses acts such as vandalism, property damage, and other intentional interference with property. It does not include theft or fraud.

How does mischief compare to other crimes in Edmonton?

Mischief is the fourth most common crime category, with 777 incidents, following theft (4,144), other crimes (1,681), and fraud (866).

What percentage of Edmonton's total crime does mischief represent?

Mischief accounts for 8.1% of the city's total reported crime incidents during the specified period.

Is there year-over-year data available for mischief in Edmonton?

No, the current dataset only includes data from February 26 to April 27, 2026, without comparative figures from previous years.

Other crime categories in Edmonton

Sources

Data sourced from the Edmonton Police Service open data portal (AB).

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