Brantford Crime in 2026 — Statistics & Map

In 2026, Brantford recorded 631 reported incidents. Theft was the most frequent category, making up 57% of all cases. This is the only year of data available, so year-over-year trends cannot be assessed.

631
Incidents in 2026
100%
Share of selected city data
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Rank among years
Theft
Top category
359 incidents

Category mix in 2026

Theft 359
56.9% of 2026 incidents
Assault 121
19.2% of 2026 incidents
Fraud 108
17.1% of 2026 incidents
4.9% of 2026 incidents
Robbery 12
1.9% of 2026 incidents

Brantford crime 2026

In 2026, Brantford recorded 631 reported incidents across all crime categories. This marks the first year of available data for the city, providing a baseline for future comparisons.

This page details the distribution of incidents by category, highlighting the most frequently reported types of crime in Brantford during 2026. The data reflects reported incidents only and does not account for population changes or unreported events.

Year-over-year

The 2026 data for Brantford shows a total of 631 reported incidents, with theft being the most prevalent category at 359 incidents. Assault and fraud follow, with 121 and 108 incidents respectively. Break and enter and robbery round out the top five categories, with 31 and 12 incidents. This snapshot provides a starting point for understanding crime patterns in the city, though trends cannot yet be established without prior-year data.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

The 2026 data for Brantford reveals a significant concentration of theft incidents, which account for over half of all reported crimes. Assault and fraud also contribute notably, together making up nearly one-third of the total. With only one year of data available, it is too early to identify trends, but the dominance of theft and fraud suggests areas for potential focus in community safety efforts.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Brantford crime in 2026

How many incidents were reported in Brantford in 2026?

There were 631 reported incidents in Brantford in 2026. This is the first year of available data for the city.

What was the most common type of crime in Brantford in 2026?

Theft was the most common type of crime, with 359 incidents reported in 2026, accounting for more than half of all incidents.

Is there a trend in Brantford's crime data?

No trend can be established yet, as 2026 is the only year of data available for Brantford. Future years will provide a clearer picture of any trends.

Where does this data come from?

This data is sourced from the open data portal provided by the Province of Ontario (ON), which compiles reported incidents from local law enforcement agencies.

Sources

Data sourced from the Ontario (ON) open data portal, reflecting reported incidents for 2026.

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