Neighbourhood Profile
The Junction
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 13,608 with a median household income of $72K (above the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $1100K. Walk score of 76, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 6.4/10. Momentum score of 115 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.
115
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
Best For
Based on The Junction’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Junction — answers based on the latest available data.
Is The Junction safe in 2026?+
The Junction has 165 reported crime incidents, below the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 12%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 10, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 11 shooting incidents. Overall, The Junction is considered safer than average for Toronto.
What are schools like in The Junction?+
Schools rate 6.4/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 123 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is The Junction good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (123 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 0 pools, 0 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 76, transit score 77. Average household size 2.5.
How much do homes cost in The Junction in 2026?+
Median home value $1100K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 36.5% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 51% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 15.3x.
Is The Junction a good investment?+
Momentum score 115/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 173 units, permits 0% YoY. Projected 3,369 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +21 (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.