10 Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in Toronto
- Parma Court
- Crescent Town
- Flemingdon Park
- Main Square
- Scarborough City Centre
- Parkway Forest
- Thorncliffe Park
- Hillside
- Oakridge
- Black Creek
1. Parma Court
Parma Court is the most dangerous neighborhood in Toronto. It’s an up-and-coming neighborhood in Toronto’s east end area within the O’Connor community that’s full of townhouses and large high-rise apartment buildings. Although the O’Connor neighborhood is generally considered safe, Parma Court suffers from poverty and gang violence, and there have been several shootings in the area over the past few years. The violent crime rate in Parma Court is 1,151 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 54% higher than the rest of Toronto. The total crime rate is 4484 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 54% higher, and your chances of being the victim of a crime in the neighborhood are 1 in 23.
2. Crescent Town
Crescent Town is another one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Toronto. It’s a small neighborhood near Victoria Park and Danforth Avenue that’s home to around 15,000 residents. Although known for its parks and restaurants, it’s a densely populated area that suffers from gang activity, drugs, and prostitution. The violent crime rate in Crescent Town is 1,096 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 46% higher than the rest of Toronto. The total crime rate is 4268 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 46% higher than the rest of the city, and your chances of being the victim of a crime are 1 in 24.
3. Flemingdon Park
Flemingdon Park is also one of the worst neighborhoods in Toronto. Situated on the Don River in the city’s North York District, Flemingdon Park is home to around 25,000 residents. Although notable for its community centers and green space, Flemingdon Park is a low-income area that suffers from a high rate of crime. In 2023, there were 167 assaults, 13 robberies, and 4 shootings. The violent crime rate in Flemingdon Park is 1,091 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 46% higher than the rest of Toronto. The total crime rate is 4,248 crimes, which is 46% higher than the rest of the city, and your odds of being the victim of a crime are 1 in 24.
4. Main Square
Main Square is another one of the most dangerous areas in Toronto. It’s a four-building apartment complex located at the intersection of Main Street and Danforth Avenue that’s home to about 2,000 people. It’s a small, tight-knit community. However, the high population density and management issues within the buildings contribute to its higher rate of crime. Main Square has a violent crime rate of 1,088 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 45% higher than the rest of Toronto. The total crime rate is 4237 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 45% higher than the citywide average, and your chances of being the victim of a crime are 1 in 24.
5. Scarborough City Centre
Another one of the worst parts of Toronto is Scarborough City Center. It’s mainly a commercial district and features the largest shopping center in Toronto’s East End. It’s also one of the largest Central business districts outside of downtown Toronto. However, the pedestrian traffic and proximity to other dangerous neighborhoods naturally attract more crime. The violent crime rate is 1,067 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 43% higher than the rest of Toronto. The total crime rate is 4,156 crimes per 100,000 residents, making it 42% more dangerous than the city overall. You have a 1 in 25 chance of being the victim of a crime in the Scarborough City Centre.
6. Parkway Forest
Parkway Forest is another one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Toronto. Located in the former suburb of North York, Parkway Forest is bordered by Don Mills Road and Don Valley Parkway. It’s a vibrant neighborhood home to a 15-acre park of the same name. It’s mainly full of large, low-income, high-rise apartment buildings that tend to attract crime. The violent crime rate in Parkway Forest is 1,055 incidents per 100,000 residents, making it 43% more dangerous than the rest of the city. The total crime rate is 4,017 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 41% higher than the rest of the city, and your odds of being the victim of a crime in the neighborhood are 1 in 25.
7. Thorncliffe Park
Thorncliffe Park is also one of the least safe neighborhoods in Toronto. Situated in the former borough of East York, Thorncliffe Park is situated on the Don River and is known for its abundance of green spaces, including Leaside Park and the East York Hydro greenspace. However, it also suffers from a high rate of crime. In 2023, Thorncliffe Park experienced 128 assaults, 12 robberies and 4 shootings. The violent crime rate is 1,051 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 40% higher than the rest of Toronto. The total crime rate is 4,095 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 40% higher than the rest of the city. You have a 1 in 25 chance of being the victim of a crime in the neighborhood.
8. Hillside
Hillside is another one of the roughest neighborhoods in Toronto. Its a small neighborhood in the Scarborough district of Toronto that’s known for its close proximity to Rouge National Park, one of the largest urban parks in North America. The small community features about 86 homes and 184 total residents. However, it experiences a significant amount of crime. The violent crime rate in Hillside is 1,045 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 40% higher than the rest of the city. The total crime rate is 4,070 crimes per 100,000 (40% higher than the rest of the city), and your chances of being the victim of a crime are 1 in 25.
9. Oakridge
Oakridge is another one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Toronto. It’s a working-class neighborhood in the Scarborough District between Victoria Park and Warden Avenues, home to about 15,000 residents. Although it has its nicer parts, it’s generally a low-income area that suffers from a high rate of crime. Oakridge experienced 22 assaults, 29 break-ins, 20 robberies, and 3 shootings in 2023. The violent crime is 1,045 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 40% higher than the rest of the city. The total crime rate is 4,069 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 39% higher than that of Toronto overall.
10. Black Creek
Black Creek is also among the worst neighborhoods in Toronto. Home to the infamous intersection of Jane and Fitch, Black Creek is plagued by poverty and gang violence and ranks as one of Toronto’s least livable neighborhoods based on factors such as graduation rates, employment, walkability, and mortality. In 2023, the Black Creek neighborhood experienced 28 robberies, 7 shootings, 29 break-ins and 231 assaults. The total violent crime rate in the neighborhood is 1,044 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is 40% higher than the rest of the city. The total crime rate is 4,068 crimes per 100,000 people, which is also 39% higher than the rest of Toronto.