Neighbourhood Profile
Highland Creek
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 12,180 with a median household income of $72K (above the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $900K. Walk score of 76, above the city average. 3 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 7.4/10. Momentum score of 113 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.
113
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
Best For
Based on Highland Creek’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Highland Creek — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Highland Creek safe in 2026?+
Highland Creek has 152 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is up 4.6%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 9, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 12 shooting incidents. Overall, Highland Creek is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Highland Creek?+
Schools rate 7.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 147 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Highland Creek good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (147 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 3 parks. Walk score 76, transit score 75. Average household size 2.9.
How much do homes cost in Highland Creek in 2026?+
Median home value $900K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 39.3% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 55% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 12.5x.
Is Highland Creek a good investment?+
Momentum score 113/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 238 units, permits +12% YoY. Projected 4,187 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +22 (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.