WATERLOO Crime Map — Waterloo Region, Ontario

WATERLOO, Waterloo Region recorded 520 incidents between March 20 and May 13, 2026, representing 18.2% of the city's total. Theft was the leading category with 324 reports, followed by fraud and assault.

520
Mapped incidents
18.2%
Share of Waterloo Region incidents
Theft
Top category
324 incidents
2026-03-20 to 2026-05-13
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Incident mix in WATERLOO

Theft 324
62.3% of WATERLOO incidents
Fraud 85
16.3% of WATERLOO incidents
Assault 69
13.3% of WATERLOO incidents
6.3% of WATERLOO incidents
1.7% of WATERLOO incidents

Crime in WATERLOO

The WATERLOO neighbourhood in Waterloo Region recorded 520 incidents between March 20, 2026, and May 13, 2026. This accounts for 18.2% of the city's total incidents during this period.

The data provides a snapshot of reported incidents in the area, offering insights into the types of crimes occurring within this timeframe.

Data coverage

The data covers a period of approximately two months in 2026. Neighbourhood boundaries may vary year to year, so comparisons with other periods should be made with caution.

Category breakdown

The leading category of incidents in WATERLOO was Theft, with 324 reported cases. Fraud followed with 85 incidents, and Assault was the third most common category, with 69 reported cases.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

WATERLOO's incident profile is heavily weighted toward theft, which accounts for over 60% of its total. This contrasts with nearby KITCHENER, where the 1,424 incidents are spread across a broader mix of categories. The concentration of theft in WATERLOO is notable, suggesting a distinct pattern compared to other neighbourhoods in Waterloo Region.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about crime in WATERLOO

What was the most common type of incident in WATERLOO?

Theft was the most common type of incident in WATERLOO, with 324 reported cases between March 20, 2026, and May 13, 2026.

How many incidents were reported in WATERLOO during this period?

A total of 520 incidents were reported in WATERLOO between March 20, 2026, and May 13, 2026.

What percentage of the city's total incidents occurred in WATERLOO?

WATERLOO accounted for 18.2% of the city's total incidents during the covered period.

How does WATERLOO compare to nearby neighbourhoods?

WATERLOO had 520 incidents, while nearby KITCHENER had 1,424 and CAMBRIDGE had 759 during the same period.

Sources

Data sourced from the Ontario open-data portal for Waterloo Region.

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