Neighbourhood Profile
West Hill
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 13,356 with a median household income of $62K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $800K. Walk score of 83, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 6.8/10. 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 West Hill’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
West Hill — answers based on the latest available data.
Is West Hill safe in 2026?+
West Hill has 201 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 13.8%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 10, below the city average. The neighbourhood has 17 shooting incidents. Overall, West Hill is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in West Hill?+
Schools rate 6.8/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 3 licensed daycares with 144 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is West Hill good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 3 daycares (144 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 1 pools, 0 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 83, transit score 78. Average household size 2.6.
How much do homes cost in West Hill in 2026?+
Median home value $800K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 46.2% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 56% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 12.9x.
Is West Hill a good investment?+
Momentum score 110/200 (average). Pipeline: 214 units, permits +26% YoY. Projected 1,488 additional units by 2051. Net business growth +14 (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.