Neighbourhood Profile
The Beaches
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 22,180 with a median household income of $85K (above the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $1450K. Walk score of 84, above the city average. 5 parks, 6 grocery stores, schools rated 8/10. Momentum score of 110 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.
110
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on The Beaches’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Beaches — answers based on the latest available data.
Is The Beaches safe in 2026?+
The Beaches has 158 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 3.4%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 12, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 12 shooting incidents. Overall, The Beaches is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in The Beaches?+
Schools rate 8/10 (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 88% (city avg: 68%). 4 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.
Is The Beaches good for families?+
6 grocery stores, 4 daycares (168 spaces), 4 playgrounds, 0 pools, 1 arenas, and 5 parks. Walk score 84, transit score 79. Average household size 2.9.
How much do homes cost in The Beaches in 2026?+
Median home value $1450K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 27.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 61% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 17.1x.
Is The Beaches a good investment?+
Momentum score 110/200 (average). Pipeline: 209 units, permits +3% YoY. Projected 5,974 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +2 (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.