Portage-Ellice Crime Statistics
Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS)
Portage-Ellice is a neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime data, a total of 6,789 police-reported incidents were recorded between 2017 and 2026. In 2026 alone, there were 111 incidents, with Property crime accounting for the largest share at 50%.
Compared to 2025 (901 incidents), crime in Portage-Ellice decreased by 88% in 2026. This suggests improving safety conditions in Portage-Ellice.
In terms of crime type, Portage-Ellice recorded 2,285 violent incidents and 3,374 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-Ellice have fallen by approximately 85% since 2017 (from 736 to 111). Use the category links below to explore Portage-Ellice crime data by type, such as violent crime trends or property crime rates.
For Home Buyers
Portage-Ellice recorded 276% 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 88% year-over-year — an improving trend that may support long-term value retention.
2026 — vs Winnipeg Neighbourhood Average
Monthly Crime Pattern
2026 peak: Jan (111); quietest: Jan (111)
| Category | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property | 87 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Violent | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Other | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
2026 Crime Summary
111 totalAnnual Trend
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drugs (CDSA) | 45 | 32 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 7 | 16 | 14 | 28 | — |
| Federal Statute | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — |
| Other | 164 | 128 | 101 | 120 | 100 | 66 | 66 | 72 | 73 | 4 |
| Property | 301 | 380 | 439 | 247 | 219 | 464 | 423 | 370 | 444 | 87 |
| Traffic | 7 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | — |
| Violent | 218 | 201 | 241 | 193 | 209 | 275 | 290 | 287 | 351 | 20 |
| Total | 736 | 744 | 801 | 582 | 551 | 817 | 800 | 746 | 901 | 111 |
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-Ellice neighbourhood, 2017–2026.