Neighbourhood Profile
Malvern West
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 17,640 with a median household income of $45K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $650K. Walk score of 83, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 5.8/10. Momentum score of 100 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.
100
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Malvern West’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Malvern West — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Malvern West safe in 2026?+
Malvern West has 212 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is up 7.4%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 10, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 18 shooting incidents. Overall, Malvern West is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Malvern West?+
Schools rate 5.8/10 (Fraser Institute), below the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 138 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 72.5% (city avg: 68%). 4 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Malvern West good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (138 spaces), 4 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 83, transit score 66. Average household size 2.5.
How much do homes cost in Malvern West in 2026?+
Median home value $650K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 26.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 57% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 14.4x.
Is Malvern West a good investment?+
Momentum score 100/200 (average). Pipeline: 171 units, permits +2% YoY. Projected 3,599 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +1 (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.