Portage & Main Crime Statistics
Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS)
Portage & Main is a neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime data, a total of 1,510 police-reported incidents were recorded between 2017 and 2026. In 2026 alone, there were 18 incidents, with Property crime accounting for the largest share at 63%.
Compared to 2025 (248 incidents), crime in Portage & Main decreased by 93% in 2026. This suggests improving safety conditions in Portage & Main.
In terms of crime type, Portage & Main recorded 376 violent incidents and 951 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 Portage & Main have fallen by approximately 82% since 2017 (from 101 to 18). Use the category links below to explore Portage & Main crime data by type, such as violent crime trends or property crime rates.
For Home Buyers
Portage & Main recorded 39% 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 93% year-over-year — an improving trend that may support long-term value retention.
2026 — vs Winnipeg Neighbourhood Average
Monthly Crime Pattern
2026 peak: Jan (18); quietest: Jan (18)
| Category | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Violent | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Other | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
2026 Crime Summary
18 totalAnnual Trend
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drugs (CDSA) | 2 | — | — | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — |
| Federal Statute | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Other | 10 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 6 | 15 | 22 | 21 | 30 | 4 |
| Property | 67 | 87 | 123 | 61 | 85 | 127 | 134 | 110 | 148 | 9 |
| Traffic | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | — |
| Violent | 21 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 50 | 60 | 73 | 64 | 5 |
| Total | 101 | 128 | 162 | 106 | 123 | 197 | 219 | 208 | 248 | 18 |
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, Portage & Main neighbourhood, 2017–2026.