Glebe - Dows Lake Crime Map — Ottawa, Ontario

Glebe - Dows Lake recorded 163 incidents between November and December 2025, accounting for 2.3% of Ottawa's total 7,186 incidents. Theft was the leading category, with 119 reported cases.

163
Mapped incidents
2.3%
Share of Ottawa incidents
Theft
Top category
119 incidents
2025-11-01 to 2025-12-31
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Incident mix in Glebe - Dows Lake

Theft 119
73% of Glebe - Dows Lake incidents
Fraud 20
12.3% of Glebe - Dows Lake incidents
4.9% of Glebe - Dows Lake incidents
Other 7
4.3% of Glebe - Dows Lake incidents
3.7% of Glebe - Dows Lake incidents
1.8% of Glebe - Dows Lake incidents

Crime in Glebe - Dows Lake

The Glebe - Dows Lake neighbourhood in Ottawa recorded 163 incidents between November 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. This represents 2.3% of the city's total incidents during the same period.

The data provides a snapshot of reported incidents in this area, offering insights into the types of crimes that occurred in the final two months of 2025.

Data coverage

This dataset covers a two-month period from November to December 2025. While it provides a focused view of incidents during this time, it is important to note that neighbourhood boundaries and data collection methods may vary year to year, which can affect comparisons with other periods.

Category breakdown

The leading category of incidents in Glebe - Dows Lake was theft, with 119 reported cases. Fraud was the second most common, with 20 incidents. Assault followed, with 8 reported cases. These categories highlight the types of crimes most frequently reported in the neighbourhood during the covered period.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

Glebe - Dows Lake's incident profile is heavily weighted toward theft, which accounts for the vast majority of reports. Compared to nearby Centretown (968 incidents) and Byward Market (535 incidents), the neighbourhood's total count is significantly lower, suggesting a quieter period. The minimal violent crime—only 8 assaults—stands out, as does the absence of more severe categories like robbery or homicide.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about crime in Glebe - Dows Lake

What was the most common type of incident in Glebe - Dows Lake?

Theft was the most common type of incident, with 119 reported cases between November and December 2025.

How does Glebe - Dows Lake compare to nearby neighbourhoods?

Glebe - Dows Lake had fewer incidents than nearby areas like Centretown (968) and Byward Market (535), indicating a lower volume of reported crime during the same period.

What percentage of Ottawa's incidents occurred in Glebe - Dows Lake?

The neighbourhood accounted for 2.3% of Ottawa's total incidents during the two-month period covered by this data.

Were there any violent crimes reported in Glebe - Dows Lake?

Yes, there were 8 assault incidents reported, but no other violent crime categories appeared in the top reported incidents.

Sources

Data sourced from the Ontario open-data portal, covering reported incidents in Ottawa.

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