Neighbourhood Profile
Niagara
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 31,500 with a median household income of $65K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $820K. Walk score of 87, above the city average. 6 parks, 6 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 Niagara’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Niagara — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Niagara safe in 2026?+
Niagara has 175 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 13.9%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 12, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, Niagara is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Niagara?+
Schools rate 7.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 5 licensed daycares with 205 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 73.3% (city avg: 68%). 4 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.
Is Niagara good for families?+
6 grocery stores, 5 daycares (205 spaces), 4 playgrounds, 1 pools, 1 arenas, and 6 parks. Walk score 87, transit score 78. Average household size 2.9.
How much do homes cost in Niagara in 2026?+
Median home value $820K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 42.4% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 49% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 12.6x.
Is Niagara a good investment?+
Momentum score 113/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 137 units, permits +19% YoY. Projected 4,419 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +16 (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.