Neighbourhood Profile
Alderwood
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 12,684 with a median household income of $72K (above the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $920K. Walk score of 75, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 7.4/10. Momentum score of 107 signals steady neighbourhood trajectory.
Neighbourhood Index
Composite score per category. Each averages 3\u20134 underlying metrics indexed to the city. 100 = Toronto average.
Dashed ring = Toronto (100). Scores above 100 outperform the city.
Neighbourhood Momentum
Composite trajectory score. 100 = holding steady.
107
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Alderwood’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Alderwood — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Alderwood safe in 2026?+
Alderwood has 175 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 15%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 9, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 13 shooting incidents. Overall, Alderwood is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Alderwood?+
Schools rate 7.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 123 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Alderwood good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (123 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 1 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 75, transit score 65. Average household size 2.7.
How much do homes cost in Alderwood in 2026?+
Median home value $920K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 42.9% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 59% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 12.8x.
Is Alderwood a good investment?+
Momentum score 107/200 (average). Pipeline: 149 units, permits +31% YoY. Projected 2,689 additional units by 2051. Net business growth -3 (12 months).
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Sources: Toronto Open Data, Statistics Canada Census 2021, Toronto Police Service, Fraser Institute, RentSafeTO, DineSafe, Vision Zero, TRCA, MPAC. City averages reflect Toronto-wide figures. Growth rates use the most recent comparable period.