Neighbourhood Profile
East End-Danforth
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 12,800 with a median household income of $58K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $1050K. Walk score of 78, above the city average. 3 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 7.3/10. Momentum score of 118 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.
118
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
Best For
Based on East End-Danforth’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
East End-Danforth — answers based on the latest available data.
Is East End-Danforth safe in 2026?+
East End-Danforth has 191 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 4.9%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 11, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 15 shooting incidents. Overall, East End-Danforth is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in East End-Danforth?+
Schools rate 7.3/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 126 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is East End-Danforth good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (126 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 3 parks. Walk score 78, transit score 78. Average household size 2.8.
How much do homes cost in East End-Danforth in 2026?+
Median home value $1050K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 35.6% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 51% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 18.1x.
Is East End-Danforth a good investment?+
Momentum score 118/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 122 units, permits +25% YoY. Projected 1,499 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.