River East Crime Statistics
Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS)
River East is a neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime data, a total of 2,628 police-reported incidents were recorded between 2017 and 2026. In 2026 alone, there were 17 incidents, with Property crime accounting for the largest share at 75%.
Compared to 2025 (213 incidents), crime in River East decreased by 92% in 2026. This suggests improving safety conditions in River East.
In terms of crime type, River East recorded 422 violent incidents and 1,968 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 River East have fallen by approximately 94% since 2017 (from 268 to 17). Use the category links below to explore River East crime data by type, such as violent crime trends or property crime rates.
For Home Buyers
River East recorded 42% fewer 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
Monthly Crime Pattern
2026 peak: Jan (17); quietest: Jan (17)
| Category | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Violent | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
2026 Crime Summary
17 totalAnnual Trend
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drugs (CDSA) | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | — |
| Federal Statute | 4 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Other | 39 | 28 | 18 | 10 | 26 | 25 | 20 | 11 | 19 | 1 |
| Property | 167 | 249 | 243 | 320 | 233 | 233 | 190 | 172 | 149 | 12 |
| Traffic | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | — | 8 | 3 | 4 | — |
| Violent | 55 | 58 | 32 | 46 | 37 | 61 | 37 | 52 | 40 | 4 |
| Total | 268 | 340 | 297 | 377 | 298 | 320 | 258 | 240 | 213 | 17 |
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, River East neighbourhood, 2017–2026.