Auto theft in Halifax — Crime Map & Statistics

In Halifax, 62 auto theft incidents were reported, representing 6.8% of the city's total crime count of 918. This category ranks fourth among five crime types tracked.

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

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Auto theft incidents
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Share of Halifax incidents
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2026-04-10 to 2026-06-02
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Auto theft in Halifax

This page covers reported auto theft incidents in Halifax, Nova Scotia. During the selected period, there were 62 reported auto theft incidents in the city. These incidents account for 6.8% of all reported crimes in Halifax during this time frame.

Auto theft is one of the five major crime categories tracked in Halifax. Understanding the prevalence and trends of auto theft can provide insights into broader public safety and property crime patterns in the city.

How Auto theft compares

Auto theft is the fourth most common crime category in Halifax, following assault (477 incidents), theft from vehicle (242 incidents), and break and enter (107 incidents). It is more frequent than robbery, which had 30 reported incidents. While auto theft represents a smaller portion of overall crime compared to assault and theft from vehicle, it remains a notable concern for residents and law enforcement.

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What these numbers mean

Auto theft in Halifax accounts for 6.8% of all reported crimes, ranking fourth among the five major categories. While it is less frequent than assault, theft from vehicle, and break and enter, it is more common than robbery. The 62 incidents reported during this period highlight the ongoing issue of auto theft in the city. Without year-over-year data, it is difficult to assess trends, but the current figures provide a snapshot of the situation.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Auto theft in Halifax

How many auto theft incidents were reported in Halifax?

There were 62 reported auto theft incidents in Halifax during the selected period.

What percentage of all crimes in Halifax does auto theft represent?

Auto theft accounts for 6.8% of all reported crimes in Halifax during this time frame.

How does auto theft compare to other crime categories in Halifax?

Auto theft is the fourth most common crime category, following assault (477 incidents), theft from vehicle (242 incidents), and break and enter (107 incidents).

What time period does this data cover?

The data covers auto theft incidents reported between April 10 and June 2, 2026.

Other crime categories in Halifax

Sources

Data sourced from the Nova Scotia open data portal.

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