Neighbourhood Profile
Downsview
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 26,748 with a median household income of $55K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $880K. Walk score of 86, above the city average. 6 parks, 6 grocery stores, schools rated 7.4/10. Momentum score of 110 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.
110
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Downsview’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Downsview — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Downsview safe in 2026?+
Downsview has 194 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is up 5.3%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 14, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 15 shooting incidents. Overall, Downsview is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Downsview?+
Schools rate 7.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 4 licensed daycares with 180 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 80.3% (city avg: 68%). 4 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.
Is Downsview good for families?+
6 grocery stores, 4 daycares (180 spaces), 4 playgrounds, 0 pools, 1 arenas, and 6 parks. Walk score 86, transit score 87. Average household size 2.8.
How much do homes cost in Downsview in 2026?+
Median home value $880K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 49% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 54% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 16.0x.
Is Downsview a good investment?+
Momentum score 110/200 (average). Pipeline: 218 units, permits +27% YoY. Projected 7,786 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +6 (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.