Is OCAD University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
OCAD University: safety score 14/100 (grade D), ranked #20 of 23 in Canada — data through 2026-06.
14/100
Grade: D · #20 of 23 in Canada
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of OCAD 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 | 470 | 58 | 92 | 620 |
| 2025-10 | 437 | 50 | 128 | 615 |
| 2025-11 | 405 | 56 | 103 | 564 |
| 2025-12 | 377 | 46 | 98 | 521 |
| 2026-01 | 425 | 49 | 127 | 601 |
| 2026-02 | 379 | 42 | 132 | 553 |
| 2026-03 | 456 | 62 | 142 | 660 |
| 2026-04 | 403 | 48 | 143 | 594 |
| 2026-05 | 455 | 40 | 164 | 659 |
| 2026-06 | 510 | 58 | 93 | 661 |
Latest release: 2026-06 — 661 records in total — violent 510, property 58, minor 93 (+2 vs 2026-05).
Most common types: Assault (314) · Assault (93) · Burglary (71) · Motor vehicle theft (27) · Assault (26)
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Other universities in Toronto
- Humber College 95 /100
- Seneca Polytechnic 91 /100
- University of Toronto Scarborough 82 /100
- Centennial College 77 /100
- York University 68 /100
- George Brown College 23 /100
- Toronto Metropolitan University 18 /100
- University of Toronto 9 /100
FAQs about safety at OCAD University
What is OCAD University's safety score?
OCAD University: 14/100 (grade D), #20 of 23 in Canada, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-06).
How many crimes are recorded near OCAD University?
In the 12 months to 2026-06, 6048 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of OCAD University; the latest release month (2026-06) alone had 661 records (510 violent, 58 property, 93 minor).
Is it safe to walk around OCAD 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: Toronto Police Service (TPS). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-06; 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.