Is McGill University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
McGill University: safety score 32/100 (grade D), ranked #16 of 23 in Canada — data through 2026-08.
32/100
Grade: D · #16 of 23 in Canada
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of McGill University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 38 | 424 | 1 | 463 |
| 2025-10 | 34 | 454 | 1 | 489 |
| 2025-11 | 34 | 476 | 0 | 510 |
| 2025-12 | 28 | 410 | 0 | 438 |
| 2026-01 | 35 | 362 | 0 | 397 |
| 2026-02 | 36 | 332 | 0 | 368 |
| 2026-03 | 50 | 355 | 2 | 407 |
| 2026-04 | 31 | 409 | 1 | 441 |
| 2026-05 | 42 | 531 | 0 | 573 |
| 2026-06 | 35 | 567 | 0 | 602 |
| 2026-07 | 22 | 529 | 0 | 551 |
| 2026-08 | 29 | 387 | 0 | 416 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 416 records in total — violent 29, property 387, minor 0 (-135 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Theft from vehicle (112) · Burglary (108) · Motor vehicle theft (91) · Criminal damage (76) · Robbery (29)
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Other universities in Montreal
- LaSalle College 100 /100
- Vanier College 86 /100
- Marianopolis College 73 /100
- Université de Montréal 64 /100
- Polytechnique Montreal 59 /100
- Concordia University 50 /100
- HEC Montreal 45 /100
- Université du Québec à Montréal 41 /100
FAQs about safety at McGill University
What is McGill University's safety score?
McGill University: 32/100 (grade D), #16 of 23 in Canada, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near McGill University?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 5655 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of McGill University; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 416 records (29 violent, 387 property, 0 minor).
Is it safe to walk around McGill University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: SPVM (Montréal). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in Canada.