Durham Region Crime Map, Rate & Statistics

Durham Region recorded 1,363 crime incidents between April 17 and June 16, 2026. Assault was the most frequent category, making up 41.7% of all incidents. Theft from vehicle and auto theft were also notable, with 259 and 192 incidents respectively.

Data current through . Source: official Durham Region police open-data portal.

Leading categories in Durham Region

Assault 568
41.7% of Durham Region total
19% of Durham Region total
14.1% of Durham Region total
11.4% of Durham Region total
Other 124
9.1% of Durham Region total
Robbery 61
4.5% of Durham Region total

Neighbourhood concentration in Durham Region

8.2% of Durham Region total
4.6% of Durham Region total
4.6% of Durham Region total
4.1% of Durham Region total
4% of Durham Region total
3.7% of Durham Region total

About this data

This map displays 1,363 reported incidents across Durham Region from April 17 to June 16, 2026. The data is sourced from the Durham Regional Police Service’s public portal, providing a detailed view of crime patterns over a 60-day period. Residents and policymakers can use this information to identify trends and allocate resources effectively.

The dataset includes a mix of violent and property-related offences, with each incident geocoded to specific neighbourhoods. Understanding these patterns helps communities stay informed about local safety and policing priorities.

Recent trend

The 2026 dataset shows 1,362 dated incidents, with no prior-year comparison available. Since year-over-year trends cannot be calculated, this snapshot reflects only the current 60-day window. The absence of historical data means no long-term patterns can be inferred from this report.

Category breakdown

Assault is the most reported category, with 568 incidents accounting for 41.7% of the total. Theft from vehicle follows, with 259 incidents (19%), while auto theft ranks third at 192 incidents (14.1%). Break and enter (156 incidents, 11.4%) and other offences (124 incidents, 9.1%) round out the top five. Robbery, with 61 incidents, represents 4.5% of the total.

Where incidents concentrate

Downtown Oshawa recorded the highest activity with 112 incidents, followed by Lakeview and Oshawa Northwest, each with 63. Downtown Ajax (56) and Frenchman’s Bay (55) also saw notable activity. These figures reflect incident concentration, not per-capita risk.

Key stats

What these numbers mean

Durham Region’s 60-day snapshot highlights assault as the dominant category, accounting for 41.7% of incidents. Theft from vehicles and auto theft together make up over a third of reports, underscoring property crime as a key concern. Downtown Oshawa’s 112 incidents stand out, though this reflects raw counts rather than population-adjusted risk. With no prior-year data, trends cannot be assessed, but the current figures provide a clear baseline for monitoring future changes.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about crime in Durham Region

How many incidents were reported in Durham Region over the last 60 days?

There were 1,363 reported incidents in Durham Region between April 17, 2026, and June 16, 2026. This includes 1,362 incidents with confirmed dates and 1 incident without a specific date.

What types of incidents are most common in Durham Region?

Assault was the most frequently reported incident, with 568 cases, accounting for 41.7% of all incidents. Theft from vehicles (259 incidents) and auto theft (192 incidents) were the next most common categories.

Which neighbourhoods in Durham Region had the highest number of incidents?

Downtown Oshawa had the highest number of incidents with 112 reports. Other neighbourhoods with notable incident counts include Lakeview and Oshawa Northwest, each with 63 incidents, followed by Downtown Ajax with 56 incidents.

Is there any trend data available for incidents in Durham Region?

The data provided covers a 60-day window in 2026, with 1,362 incidents recorded during this period. There is no year-over-year comparison available for this dataset.

How current is the data for Durham Region?

The data spans from April 17, 2026, to June 16, 2026, making it highly current. The most recent incident in this dataset occurred on June 16, 2026.

Where does this data come from?

This data is sourced from open-data releases provided by the Ontario government, specifically for Durham Region. It includes reported incidents that have been made public through official channels.

Sources

Data sourced from the Ontario open-data portal, covering reported incidents in Durham Region.

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