Townsite Crime Map — Nanaimo, British Columbia

Townsite, Nanaimo recorded 44 crime incidents in 2021, representing 4.9% of the city's total. Mischief was the leading category with 24 reports, followed by theft from vehicles (9) and theft (6).

44
Mapped incidents
4.9%
Share of Nanaimo incidents
Mischief
Top category
24 incidents
2021-01-20 to 2021-03-21
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Incident mix in Townsite

54.5% of Townsite incidents
20.5% of Townsite incidents
Theft 6
13.6% of Townsite incidents
6.8% of Townsite incidents
4.5% of Townsite incidents

Crime in Townsite

Townsite, a neighbourhood in Nanaimo, British Columbia, recorded 44 incidents between January 20, 2021, and March 21, 2021. This figure represents 4.9% of Nanaimo's total incidents during the same period.

The data provides a snapshot of reported incidents in Townsite, offering insights into the types of crimes that occurred in this area during the specified timeframe.

Data coverage

The data covers a two-month period from January 20 to March 21, 2021. It is important to note that neighbourhood boundaries may vary year to year, which can affect comparisons over time. The figures represent reported incidents and do not account for unreported crimes.

Category breakdown

In Townsite, the leading category of incidents was mischief, with 24 reported cases. Theft from vehicle was the second most common, with 9 incidents. Theft followed closely, with 6 reported cases. These categories highlight the types of crimes most frequently reported in the neighbourhood during the specified period.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

Townsite's incident profile is notable for its concentration of property-related crimes, with mischief and theft from vehicle accounting for nearly three-quarters of all reported incidents. This differs from nearby Downtown, which had a higher total incident count of 180. The absence of violent crimes in Townsite is also noteworthy, setting it apart from other areas in Nanaimo.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about crime in Townsite

What was the total number of incidents in Townsite?

Townsite recorded 44 incidents between January 20, 2021, and March 21, 2021.

What percentage of Nanaimo's total incidents occurred in Townsite?

Townsite accounted for 4.9% of Nanaimo's total incidents during the specified period.

Which category had the highest number of incidents in Townsite?

Mischief was the leading category, with 24 reported incidents.

How does Townsite compare to nearby neighbourhoods?

Townsite had fewer incidents compared to nearby Downtown, which recorded 180 incidents during the same period.

Sources

Data sourced from the BC open-data portal.

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