Neighbourhood Profile
South Parkdale
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 20,496 with a median household income of $38K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $750K. Walk score of 86, above the city average. 5 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 6.4/10. Momentum score of 108 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.
108
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on South Parkdale’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
South Parkdale — answers based on the latest available data.
Is South Parkdale safe in 2026?+
South Parkdale has 185 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 12.7%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 11, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, South Parkdale is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in South Parkdale?+
Schools rate 6.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 4 licensed daycares with 188 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 76.6% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.
Is South Parkdale good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 4 daycares (188 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 1 arenas, and 5 parks. Walk score 86, transit score 71. Average household size 2.9.
How much do homes cost in South Parkdale in 2026?+
Median home value $750K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 45.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 45% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 19.7x.
Is South Parkdale a good investment?+
Momentum score 108/200 (average). Pipeline: 153 units, permits -9% YoY. Projected 2,974 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.