Neighbourhood Profile
Long Branch
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 11,928 with a median household income of $62K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $800K. Walk score of 77, above the city average. 4 parks, 4 grocery stores, schools rated 7.7/10. 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.
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Based on Long Branch’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Long Branch — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Long Branch safe in 2026?+
Long Branch has 178 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 0.2%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 11, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, Long Branch is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Long Branch?+
Schools rate 7.7/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 150 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 84.4% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Long Branch good for families?+
4 grocery stores, 3 daycares (150 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 77, transit score 76. Average household size 2.7.
How much do homes cost in Long Branch in 2026?+
Median home value $800K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 29.6% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 54% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 12.9x.
Is Long Branch a good investment?+
Momentum score 113/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 187 units, permits +5% YoY. Projected 3,948 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +18 (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.