West Alexander Crime Statistics

Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS)

West Alexander is a neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime data, a total of 15,750 police-reported incidents were recorded between 2017 and 2026. In 2026 alone, there were 132 incidents, with Property crime accounting for the largest share at 62%.

Compared to 2025 (1,871 incidents), crime in West Alexander decreased by 93% in 2026. This suggests improving safety conditions in West Alexander.

In terms of crime type, West Alexander recorded 4,235 violent incidents and 9,725 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 West Alexander have fallen by approximately 90% since 2017 (from 1,377 to 132). Use the category links below to explore West Alexander crime data by type, such as violent crime trends or property crime rates.

For Home Buyers

West Alexander recorded 347% 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 93% year-over-year — an improving trend that may support long-term value retention.

2026 — vs Winnipeg Neighbourhood Average

Year:
Property+486% vs avg
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85
City avg
15
Violent+333% vs avg
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26
City avg
6
Other+233% vs avg
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16
City avg
5
Traffic+150% vs avg
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4
City avg
2
Drugs (CDSA)-33% vs avg
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1
City avg
2

Monthly Crime Pattern

2026 peak: Jan (132); quietest: Jan (132)

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2026Avg
CategoryJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Property85
Violent26
Other16
Traffic4
Drugs (CDSA)1

2026 Crime Summary

132 total
Property85(64%)
Violent26(20%)
Other16(12%)
Traffic4(3%)
Drugs (CDSA)1(1%)

Annual Trend

Category2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Drugs (CDSA)2128263622192915111
Federal Statute7547212
Other16616018916814311512814315116
Property78510521100889841123815451005118585
Traffic1615131729262115194
Violent38242648341238950250660450526
Total1,3771,6861,8151,5291,4261,9002,2301,7841,871132

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, West Alexander neighbourhood, 2017–2026.