Other in York Region — Crime Map & Statistics

In 2026, York Region recorded 920 'Other' crime incidents, representing 13.4% of the city's total 6,886 crimes. This category ranks third among ten crime types, with Vaughan reporting the highest count at 322 incidents.

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

920
Other incidents
13.4%
Share of York Region incidents
3 of 10
Category rank
Vaughan
Top neighbourhood
322 incidents
2026-02-27 to 2026-04-28
Data window

Where Other concentrates

Vaughan 322
35% of Other incidents
Markham 202
22% of Other incidents
13.3% of Other incidents
9.9% of Other incidents
Aurora 53
5.8% of Other incidents

Other in York Region

This page covers reported incidents of 'Other' crime in York Region, Ontario, during a two-month period from February 27 to April 28, 2026. The dataset includes 920 incidents classified under this category, representing 13.4% of all reported crime in the region during this timeframe.

'Other' crime encompasses a range of offences that do not fall into more specific categories such as theft, assault, or fraud. While it accounts for a notable portion of total incidents, it ranks third among the ten crime categories tracked in York Region.

How Other compares

In York Region, 'Other' crime is the third most reported category, behind theft (2,200 incidents) and assault (1,844 incidents). It surpasses fraud (836 incidents), mischief (524 incidents), and break-and-enter (277 incidents). This ranking highlights its significance within the broader crime landscape, though it remains less frequent than the region's most common offences.

Key stats

Top neighbourhoods for Other in York Region

  1. Vaughan — 322 incidents
  2. Markham — 202 incidents
  3. Richmond Hill — 122 incidents
  4. Newmarket — 91 incidents
  5. Aurora — 53 incidents

What these numbers mean

'Other' crime in York Region stands out as the third most reported category, trailing only theft and assault. The 920 incidents during this two-month window represent a significant portion of the region's total crime, underscoring its prevalence. Vaughan, Markham, and Richmond Hill emerge as the neighbourhoods with the highest counts, suggesting geographic concentration. However, without year-over-year data, it's unclear whether this reflects a trend or a short-term pattern. The category's broad definition may also contribute to its high volume.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Other in York Region

What does 'Other' crime include?

'Other' crime is a catch-all category for offences that don't fit into more specific groups like theft or assault. It includes a variety of incidents, though exact definitions may vary by jurisdiction.

How does 'Other' crime compare to theft in York Region?

Theft is the most reported crime in York Region, with 2,200 incidents, while 'Other' crime ranks third with 920 incidents during the same period.

Which neighbourhood in York Region had the most 'Other' crime incidents?

Vaughan reported the highest number of 'Other' crime incidents, with 322 cases during the two-month period.

What percentage of York Region's total crime is classified as 'Other'?

'Other' crime accounts for 13.4% of all reported incidents in York Region during the covered period.

Other crime categories in York Region

Sources

Data sourced from open crime datasets published by the Government of Ontario (ON).

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