Neighbourhood Profile
Westminster-Branson
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 19,536 with a median household income of $55K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $850K. Walk score of 80, above the city average. 4 parks, 5 grocery stores, schools rated 7.1/10. Momentum score of 104 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.
104
Average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Westminster-Branson’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Westminster-Branson — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Westminster-Branson safe in 2026?+
Westminster-Branson has 189 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is down 0.5%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 12, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, Westminster-Branson is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Westminster-Branson?+
Schools rate 7.1/10 (Fraser Institute), above the city average of 6.0. There are 4 licensed daycares with 176 total spaces and a School Readiness (EDI) score of 88% (city avg: 68%). 3 playgrounds and 1 splash pads for younger children.
Is Westminster-Branson good for families?+
5 grocery stores, 4 daycares (176 spaces), 3 playgrounds, 1 pools, 1 arenas, and 4 parks. Walk score 80, transit score 71. Average household size 2.8.
How much do homes cost in Westminster-Branson in 2026?+
Median home value $850K, below the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 41.7% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 50% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 15.5x.
Is Westminster-Branson a good investment?+
Momentum score 104/200 (average). Pipeline: 234 units, permits -12% YoY. Projected 5,459 additional units by 2051. Net business growth -1 (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.