Neighbourhood Profile
Old East York
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 14,700 with a median household income of $65K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $950K. Walk score of 89, above the city average. 4 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.
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Based on Old East York’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Old East York — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Old East York safe in 2026?+
Old East York has 179 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 9.2%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 11, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 15 shooting incidents. Overall, Old East York is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Old East York?+
Schools rate 7.4/10 (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 83.5% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Old East York good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (126 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 89, transit score 80. Average household size 2.7.
How much do homes cost in Old East York in 2026?+
Median home value $950K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 39.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 49% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 14.6x.
Is Old East York a good investment?+
Momentum score 113/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 131 units, permits +13% YoY. Projected 1,822 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +3 (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.