Neighbourhood Profile
Dorset Park
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 20,748 with a median household income of $42K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $640K. Walk score of 73, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 6.4/10. Momentum score of 109 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.
109
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Dorset Park’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dorset Park — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Dorset Park safe in 2026?+
Dorset Park has 197 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is up 4%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 13, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, Dorset Park is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Dorset Park?+
Schools rate 6.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 132 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 82.8% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.
Is Dorset Park good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (132 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 1 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 73, transit score 68. Average household size 2.4.
How much do homes cost in Dorset Park in 2026?+
Median home value $640K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 50.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 54% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 15.2x.
Is Dorset Park a good investment?+
Momentum score 109/200 (average). Pipeline: 246 units, permits +23% YoY. Projected 4,292 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +14 (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.