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Neighbourhood Profile

Don Valley Village

Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide

Population of 27,720 with a median household income of $55K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $800K. Walk score of 88, above the city average. 5 parks, 6 grocery stores, schools rated 7.5/10. Momentum score of 111 signals accelerating neighbourhood trajectory.

Neighbourhood Index

Composite score per category. Each averages 3\u20134 underlying metrics indexed to the city. 100 = Toronto average.

Development
112
Family
103
Safety
96
Health
135
Mobility
114
Nature
120

Dashed ring = Toronto (100). Scores above 100 outperform the city.

Neighbourhood Momentum

Composite trajectory score. 100 = holding steady.

111

Above-average momentum

FactorScore vs city (100)Weight
Permit Velocity
12725%
Crime Trajectory
11520%
Business Growth
11720%
Population
10215%
Transit Investment
10810%
Green Space
10010%

Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.

Best For

Based on Don Valley Village’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.

FamiliesInvestorsWalkabilityTransit CommutersFoodies & Nightlife

Frequently Asked Questions

Don Valley Village — answers based on the latest available data.

Is Don Valley Village safe in 2026?+

Don Valley Village has 197 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 12.1%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 12, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, Don Valley Village is considered roughly average for Toronto.

What are schools like in Don Valley Village?+

Schools rate 7.5/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 4 licensed daycares with 192 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 4 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.

Is Don Valley Village good for families?+

6 grocery stores, 4 daycares (192 spaces), 4 playgrounds, 1 pools, 1 arenas, and 5 parks. Walk score 88, transit score 70. Average household size 2.6.

How much do homes cost in Don Valley Village in 2026?+

Median home value $800K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 41.6% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 52% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 14.5x.

Is Don Valley Village a good investment?+

Momentum score 111/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 321 units, permits +34% YoY. Projected 3,815 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +11 (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.