Toronto's Property Crime Rate Exceeds New York by 40%

A new study by the Fraser Institute reveals that Toronto's property crime rate is 40% higher than New York City's, with cities like Hamilton and Windsor also surpassing major U.S. cities in this category. The study analyzed crime data from 2019 to 2022 and found that Toronto's rate of property crimes, which includes burglary and vehicle theft, was notably elevated, with Thunder Bay recording the highest per-person rate in Ontario. Despite being recognized as a low-crime city overall, this rise in property crime highlights growing concerns among residents and policymakers. Livio Di Matteo, a senior fellow at the Fraser Institute, emphasized that while crime rates remain historically low, their upward trend necessitates attention. The findings reflect a broader trend of increasing property crime in some Canadian urban areas compared to their U.S. counterparts. Additionally, the report indicates that violent crime rates are generally higher in American cities than in Canadian urban centers.