Riverbend Crime Statistics

Source: Winnipeg Police Service (WPS)

Riverbend is a neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) public crime data, a total of 1,556 police-reported incidents were recorded between 2017 and 2026. In 2026 alone, there were 15 incidents, with Property crime accounting for the largest share at 70%.

Compared to 2025 (176 incidents), crime in Riverbend decreased by 91% in 2026. This suggests improving safety conditions in Riverbend.

In terms of crime type, Riverbend recorded 310 violent incidents and 1,082 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 Riverbend have fallen by approximately 91% since 2017 (from 168 to 15). Use the category links below to explore Riverbend crime data by type, such as violent crime trends or property crime rates.

For Home Buyers

Riverbend recorded 49% 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 91% year-over-year — an improving trend that may support long-term value retention.

2026 — vs Winnipeg Neighbourhood Average

Year:
Property-52% vs avg
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7
City avg
15
Other+4% vs avg
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5
City avg
5
Violent-67% vs avg
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2
City avg
6
Traffic-38% vs avg
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1
City avg
2

Monthly Crime Pattern

2026 peak: Jan (15); quietest: Jan (15)

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2026Avg
CategoryJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Property7
Other5
Violent2
Traffic1

2026 Crime Summary

15 total
Property7(47%)
Other5(33%)
Violent2(13%)
Traffic1(7%)

Annual Trend

Category2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Drugs (CDSA)211111
Other1210132120101213175
Property133116103921021461371371097
Traffic234234231
Violent1919263345412751472
Total16814514615117020118020417615

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, Riverbend neighbourhood, 2017–2026.