Neighbourhood Profile
South Riverdale
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 18,400 with a median household income of $78K (above the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $1350K. Walk score of 94, above the city average. 4 parks, 6 grocery stores, schools rated 8.1/10. Momentum score of 103 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.
103
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on South Riverdale’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
South Riverdale — answers based on the latest available data.
Is South Riverdale safe in 2026?+
South Riverdale has 172 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 0.2%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 12, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 13 shooting incidents. Overall, South Riverdale is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in South Riverdale?+
Schools rate 8.1/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 4 licensed daycares with 168 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 85.5% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is South Riverdale good for families?+
6 grocery stores, 4 daycares (168 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 1 pools, 1 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 94, transit score 76. Average household size 2.3.
How much do homes cost in South Riverdale in 2026?+
Median home value $1350K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 48% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 56% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 17.3x.
Is South Riverdale a good investment?+
Momentum score 103/200 (average). Pipeline: 157 units, permits -9% YoY. Projected 3,662 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +8 (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.