Neighbourhood Profile
Danforth
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 11,676 with a median household income of $72K (above the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $1100K. Walk score of 70, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 7.4/10. Momentum score of 117 signals accelerating 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.
117
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
Best For
Based on Danforth’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Danforth — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Danforth safe in 2026?+
Danforth has 165 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 11.9%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 9, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 12 shooting incidents. Overall, Danforth is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Danforth?+
Schools rate 7.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 147 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 83.5% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Danforth good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (147 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 70, transit score 62. Average household size 2.8.
How much do homes cost in Danforth in 2026?+
Median home value $1100K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 33% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 61% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 15.3x.
Is Danforth a good investment?+
Momentum score 117/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 231 units, permits +7% YoY. Projected 3,253 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +16 (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.