William Whyte Crime Statistics

Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS)

William Whyte is a neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime data, a total of 17,570 police-reported incidents were recorded between 2017 and 2026. In 2026 alone, there were 160 incidents, with Property crime accounting for the largest share at 46%.

Compared to 2025 (1,984 incidents), crime in William Whyte decreased by 92% in 2026. This suggests improving safety conditions in William Whyte.

In terms of crime type, William Whyte recorded 5,644 violent incidents and 8,169 property incidents over the reporting period. Property crime (such as theft and break & enter) is the dominant category, which is common across most Winnipeg neighbourhoods.

Over the long term, annual crime incidents in William Whyte have fallen by approximately 91% since 2017 (from 1,835 to 160). Use the category links below to explore William Whyte crime data by type, such as violent crime trends or property crime rates.

For Home Buyers

William Whyte recorded 442% more incidents than the Winnipeg neighbourhood average in 2026. Property crime (theft, break & enter) is the dominant category — common city-wide and a lower direct personal-safety risk, though home security costs are worth factoring into your budget. Incidents fell 92% year-over-year — an improving trend that may support long-term value retention.

2026 — vs Winnipeg Neighbourhood Average

Year:
Property+452% vs avg
This
80
City avg
15
Violent+567% vs avg
This
40
City avg
6
Other+650% vs avg
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36
City avg
5
Drugs (CDSA)+100% vs avg
This
3
City avg
2
Traffic-38% vs avg
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1
City avg
2

Monthly Crime Pattern

2026 peak: Jan (160); quietest: Jan (160)

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2026Avg
CategoryJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Property80
Violent40
Other36
Drugs (CDSA)3
Traffic1

2026 Crime Summary

160 total
Property80(50%)
Violent40(25%)
Other36(23%)
Drugs (CDSA)3(2%)
Traffic1(1%)

Annual Trend

Category2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Drugs (CDSA)7151394751263237393
Federal Statute1311672143
Other37336133133934433931932034636
Property7788849168879291019864797101580
Traffic1528172327232322271
Violent58557566166263666364462455440
Total1,8351,9101,9701,9651,9872,0721,8831,8041,984160

Crime Category Definitions

Violent
Offences involving force or threats against a person: homicide, sexual assault, assault (all levels), robbery, criminal harassment, and kidnapping.
Property
Unlawful acts to gain property without violence: theft, break & enter, fraud, possession of stolen goods, arson, and mischief.
Traffic
Criminal traffic offences under the Criminal Code: impaired driving, dangerous operation, failure to provide a sample, and street racing. Does not include minor traffic violations.
Drugs (CDSA)
Offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA): possession, trafficking, production, and import/export of controlled substances.
Federal Statute
Offences under federal laws other than the Criminal Code: Firearms Act, Immigration Act, Income Tax Act, and similar federal statutes.
Other
Offences not classified elsewhere: obstructing justice, weapons violations, administration of law offences, and similar.

Classifications based on Statistics Canada's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Survey, as used by the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS).

Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime statistics, William Whyte neighbourhood, 2017–2026.