Neighbourhood Profile
South Parkdale East
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 8,316 with a median household income of $35K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $700K. Walk score of 69, above the city average. 3 parks, 4 grocery stores, schools rated 5.9/10. Momentum score of 112 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.
112
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on South Parkdale East’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
South Parkdale East — answers based on the latest available data.
Is South Parkdale East safe in 2026?+
South Parkdale East has 231 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 13.8%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 8, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 18 shooting incidents. Overall, South Parkdale East is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in South Parkdale East?+
Schools rate 5.9/10 (Fraser Institute), below the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 147 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 2 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is South Parkdale East good for families?+
4 grocery stores, 3 daycares (147 spaces), 2 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 3 parks. Walk score 69, transit score 63. Average household size 2.3.
How much do homes cost in South Parkdale East in 2026?+
Median home value $700K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 47.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 48% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 20.0x.
Is South Parkdale East a good investment?+
Momentum score 112/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 211 units, permits -13% YoY. Projected 905 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +6 (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.