Assault in Toronto — Crime Map & Statistics

In Toronto, assault was the most reported crime category from January to March 2026, with 3,124 incidents. This accounts for 53.5% of the city's total crime during this period, highlighting its prevalence compared to other categories.

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

3,124
Assault incidents
53.5%
Share of Toronto incidents
1 of 7
Category rank
Mimico-Queensway (160)
Top neighbourhood
148 incidents
2026-01-30 to 2026-03-31
Data window

Where Assault concentrates

4.7% of Assault incidents
2.8% of Assault incidents
2.6% of Assault incidents
2.5% of Assault incidents
2.3% of Assault incidents

Assault in Toronto

This page covers reported assault incidents in Toronto, Ontario. Assault is the most frequently reported crime category in the city, with 3,124 incidents recorded during the selected period. These incidents account for 53.5% of all reported crimes in Toronto, highlighting the prevalence of assault within the city's crime landscape.

The data spans from January 30, 2026, to March 31, 2026, providing a snapshot of assault incidents over this two-month period. The figures represent reported incidents only and do not include unreported cases.

How Assault compares

Assault is the most common crime category in Toronto, significantly outpacing other types of offences. With 3,124 incidents, it surpasses auto theft (1,092 incidents), break and enter (1,006 incidents), and robbery (320 incidents). This category alone accounts for more than half of all reported crimes in the city, underscoring its frequency compared to other offences.

Key stats

Top neighbourhoods for Assault in Toronto

  1. Mimico-Queensway (160) — 148 incidents
  2. Moss Park (73) — 88 incidents
  3. Downtown Yonge East (168) — 80 incidents
  4. Yonge-Bay Corridor (170) — 77 incidents
  5. Kensington-Chinatown (78) — 72 incidents

What these numbers mean

Assault stands out as the most reported crime in Toronto, making up over half of all incidents in the city. The 3,124 incidents recorded in just two months highlight its prevalence. Mimico-Queensway (160) and Moss Park (73) are notable areas with higher counts, though the short reporting window limits trend analysis. The sheer volume of assault incidents underscores the need for focused attention on this category within Toronto's broader crime landscape.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Assault in Toronto

How many assault incidents were reported in Toronto?

There were 3,124 reported assault incidents in Toronto during the selected period from January 30, 2026, to March 31, 2026.

What percentage of Toronto's crimes are assaults?

Assaults account for 53.5% of all reported crimes in Toronto, making it the most common category.

Which neighbourhoods have the highest number of assault incidents?

Mimico-Queensway (160) had the highest count with 148 incidents, followed by Moss Park (73) with 88 and Downtown Yonge East (168) with 80.

How does assault compare to other crime categories in Toronto?

Assault is the most reported crime, with 3,124 incidents, significantly higher than auto theft (1,092) and break and enter (1,006).

Other crime categories in Toronto

Sources

Data sourced from the Toronto Police Service open data portal (ON).

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