Neighbourhood Profile
Downsview West
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 10,836 with a median household income of $52K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $720K. Walk score of 77, above the city average. 3 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 6.6/10. Momentum score of 114 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.
114
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Downsview West’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Downsview West — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Downsview West safe in 2026?+
Downsview West has 208 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 13.4%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 10, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 15 shooting incidents. Overall, Downsview West is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Downsview West?+
Schools rate 6.6/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 135 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 73.8% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Downsview West good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (135 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 3 parks. Walk score 77, transit score 75. Average household size 2.9.
How much do homes cost in Downsview West in 2026?+
Median home value $720K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 25.3% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 56% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 13.8x.
Is Downsview West a good investment?+
Momentum score 114/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 175 units, permits +25% YoY. Projected 827 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +7 (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.