Neighbourhood Profile
Willowdale East
Toronto Neighbourhood – 2026 Complete Guide
Population of 28,176 with a median household income of $55K (below the Toronto average of $65K). Home values at $950K. Walk score of 97, above the city average. 5 parks, 6 grocery stores, schools rated 7.7/10. Momentum score of 113 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.
113
Above-average momentum
Weight = contribution to the composite momentum score. Score 100 = city average trajectory.
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Based on Willowdale East’s data profile compared to Toronto averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Willowdale East — answers based on the latest available data.
Is Willowdale East safe in 2026?+
Willowdale East has 195 reported crime incidents, above the Toronto average of 176. The year-over-year trend is up 4.4%. Traffic KSI collisions stand at 12, above the city average. The neighbourhood has 14 shooting incidents. Overall, Willowdale East is considered roughly average for Toronto.
What are schools like in Willowdale East?+
Schools rate 7.7/10 (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 74% (city avg: 68%). 4 playgrounds and 2 splash pads for younger children.
Is Willowdale East good for families?+
6 grocery stores, 4 daycares (168 spaces), 4 playgrounds, 1 pools, 1 arenas, and 5 parks. Walk score 97, transit score 77. Average household size 2.5.
How much do homes cost in Willowdale East in 2026?+
Median home value $950K, above the Toronto average of $930K. Home values grew 43.1% (2016–2021). Ownership rate 49% vs city average 47%. Price-to-income ratio 17.3x.
Is Willowdale East a good investment?+
Momentum score 113/200 (above-average). Pipeline: 303 units, permits +34% YoY. Projected 5,333 additional units by 2051. Net business growth 0 (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.