WATERLOO, Waterloo Region recorded 524 crime incidents between April 3 and May 30, 2026, representing 19.2% of the city's total. Theft was the leading category with 322 incidents, followed by fraud (96) and assault (61).
The WATERLOO neighbourhood in Waterloo Region recorded 524 incidents between April 3, 2026, and May 30, 2026. This accounts for 19.2% of the city's total incidents during this period.
The data provides a snapshot of reported incidents over a two-month window, offering insights into the types of crimes most frequently occurring in this area.
The data covers a two-month period from early April to late May 2026. Neighbourhood boundaries may vary year to year, so comparisons with other periods should be made with caution. The figures represent reported incidents and do not include unreported crimes.
Theft was the leading category in WATERLOO, with 322 incidents. Fraud followed with 96 incidents, while assault was reported 61 times. Break and enter and robbery were also notable, with 38 and 7 incidents respectively.
WATERLOO's incident profile is heavily weighted toward theft, which accounts for over 60% of its total. This is a higher concentration than in nearby KITCHENER, where incidents are more diversified. The neighbourhood's fraud count is also notable, suggesting a need for awareness around financial crimes. Compared to CAMBRIDGE, WATERLOO has a lower overall incident count but a higher proportion of theft-related crimes.
Theft was the most common, with 322 incidents reported between April 3 and May 30, 2026.
WATERLOO had 524 incidents, while KITCHENER recorded 1,359 and CAMBRIDGE had 695 during the same period.
WATERLOO accounted for 19.2% of the city's total incidents during this period.
Yes, there were 68 violent incidents, including 61 assaults and 7 robberies.
Data sourced from the Ontario open-data portal, covering reported incidents in Waterloo Region.