The Safest Edmonton Neighbourhoods to Move To (Backed by EPS Crime Data)
Edmonton neighbourhood safety rankings backed by Edmonton Police Service data — crime rates per 1,000 residents, 3-year weighted analysis, home prices, and what each area is actually like to move into.
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Most "safest neighbourhood" articles are based on gut feeling or real estate marketing. This one isn't. We used Edmonton Police Service crime data, the Community Safety Data Portal, and a 3-year weighted crime analysis across all 271 Edmonton neighbourhoods to identify where crime rates are genuinely lowest — then added the practical moving information you actually need.
The good news: Edmonton's 2024 crime rate dropped 6% year-over-year, the lowest level in nearly a decade. Shootings fell 47%. Property crime dropped 6.5%. The city is getting safer. But the difference between neighbourhoods is dramatic — some areas have crime rates 90% below the city average.
How We Measured Safety
We used three data sources:
Edmonton Police Service Community Safety Data Portal — real-time crime incidents by neighbourhood
EPS Neighbourhood Crime Mapping tool — interactive crime map
A 3-year weighted crime analysis across all 271 Edmonton neighbourhoods covering assault, break-and-enter, homicide, robbery, sexual assault, vehicle theft, and theft over $5,000
We also used City of Edmonton census data for population figures and the REALTORS Association of Edmonton for current home prices.
The Safest Zone — Southwest Edmonton
Southwest Edmonton is, by every metric, the safest part of the city. The top 10 safest neighbourhoods in the 3-year weighted analysis are all in the southwest. Here are the standouts:
Windermere / Glenridding / Keswick
Safety ranking: Windermere has the lowest Crime Severity Index in Edmonton. Crime rate: approximately 2,549 per 100,000 — 60% lower than the Alberta average.
What it's like: A newer master-planned community of about 12,800 residents near the North Saskatchewan River and Highway 216. Six sub-neighbourhoods: Ambleside, Glenridding Heights, Glenridding Ravine, Keswick, Windermere proper, and more. Housing is 57% low-density single-family, 34% medium-density. Median age: 35. Average individual income: $181,154.
Home prices: Windermere averages around $963,000 for listings (71% above Edmonton average). Glenridding Heights recent sales average $487,300. Keswick offers more affordable options with semi-detached and row housing.
Schools: Constable Daniel Woodall School (K–6), Joey Moss Public Elementary/Junior High and Joan Carr Catholic Elementary/Junior High in Keswick.
Moving logistics: Wide suburban streets, attached garages, ground-level entry. Easy moves. Our crews rate this area as low difficulty.
Community league: Greater Windermere Community League offers free community swims at Terwillegar Rec Centre, skating, soccer, and winter rink. Visit GWCL.
Ogilvie Ridge / Bulyea Heights / Wedgewood Heights (Riverbend Cluster)
Safety ranking: Ogilvie Ridge ranks #2, Wedgewood Heights #8, and Bulyea Heights is consistently in the top 5 safest neighbourhoods in Edmonton. The broader Riverbend area (9 sub-neighbourhoods including Henderson Estates at #9 and Rhatigan Ridge at #29) is one of the safest clusters in the city.
What it's like: Mature, established neighbourhoods in the Riverbend area with direct access to the North Saskatchewan River valley trail system. Tree-lined streets, large lots, and a quiet, settled feel. Mostly single-family homes from the 1970s–1990s.
Home prices: Single-family homes range from mid-$400K for original homes to over $1M for luxury river-view properties. Average price per square foot: $259.
Moving logistics: Some homes have steep driveways (river valley terrain). Riverbend and Terwillegar Drive are the primary access routes — check construction updates on Terwillegar Drive. Overall difficulty: low to moderate.
Terwillegar Towne / Magrath Heights
Safety ranking: Listed among the safest in the southwest corridor, honourable mention in multiple analyses.
What it's like: Terwillegar Towne has about 6,627 residents, 80% single-family homes. Magrath Heights has about 3,457 residents. Both are family-oriented with excellent schools: Esther Starkman School, Monsignor William Irwin, Lillian Osborne High School.
Home prices: Magrath Heights averages $692,000 for listings (19% above Edmonton average). Terwillegar Towne ranges from $500K–$600K for single-family.
Amenities: Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre — saltwater pool, wave pool, lazy river, waterslide, arenas, fitness centre, indoor playground, library. Direct access to Terwillegar Park (off-leash trails along the North Saskatchewan River). Learn more.
Safe and Affordable — South Edmonton
These neighbourhoods balance safety with more accessible price points.
Rutherford
Safety ranking: Part of the Heritage Valley safe corridor in south Edmonton.
What it's like: About 8,407 residents, grew 28.9% between 2009 and 2012 (one of Edmonton's fastest-growing areas). 85% single-family homes, 96% owner-occupied. Median household income: $102,744. Young families dominate.
Home prices: Starting in the low $400Ks. The fastest-selling neighbourhood in Edmonton — median 21 days on market. Three-bedroom duplexes from around $350K.
Schools: Johnny Bright School (EPSB, K–9), Monsignor Fee Otterson (ECSD, K–9).
Moving logistics: Wide streets, newer construction with wide doorways and attached garages. Very easy moves. Low difficulty.
Summerside / Ellerslie
Safety ranking: Honourable mention for safety. Part of south Edmonton's safe corridor.
What it's like: About 16,055 residents, expected to surpass 20,000 by 2031. 76% single-family homes. 36% of residents are in their 30s–40s, 23% are under 14. It's a family neighbourhood.
Home prices: Average listing $579,000 (roughly Edmonton average). Condos from $256K, townhouses from $367K.
Moving logistics: Newer development, standard suburban layout. Easy access from Anthony Henday Drive. Low difficulty.
Twin Brooks
Safety ranking: Established south Edmonton safe zone, near the Riverbend cluster.
What it's like: About 6,435 residents. Mature, settled neighbourhood. 85% single-family, almost all owner-occupied. Average 3 people per household.
Home prices: Average listing $572,000. Typical range $450K–$800K.
Moving logistics: Established streets with mature trees. Some narrower driveways compared to newer suburbs. Moderate difficulty.
Safe and Close to Everything — West Edmonton
The Hamptons / Lewis Estates / Cameron Heights
Safety ranking: Cameron Heights has the lowest measured crime rate in all of Edmonton — just 8 crimes per 1,000 residents, compared to the city average of approximately 81 per 1,000. Lymburn (nearby) is at 19 per 1,000.
What it's like: The Hamptons has 9,405 residents. Nearly 70% under age 40, over 50% of families have children at home. 73% single-family, 27% duplex. Lewis Estates is a cluster of 8 sub-neighbourhoods. Cameron Heights is a smaller, exclusive community.
Home prices: The Hamptons averages $382,000 (32% below Edmonton average — one of the best value-for-safety ratios in the city). Lewis Estates averages $552,000. Cameron Heights is higher.
Moving logistics: Near Whitemud Drive and Anthony Henday. Easy highway access. Newer construction with wide layouts. Low difficulty.
Outside City Limits — The Safest Options in Metro Edmonton
St. Albert
Safety ranking: Crime Severity Index of 59.36 in 2024 — compared to Edmonton's 109.3. That makes St. Albert roughly 46% safer than Edmonton by CSI. Year-over-year crime decreased 15%. Violent CSI: 56.02. St. Albert consistently ranks among Canada's safest mid-sized cities. Source.
What it's like: Population 72,316 (2024 census). 84.5% owner-occupied. Median household income approximately $135,000. Strong community identity, excellent schools, walkable downtown core along Perron Street.
Home prices: Average $554,000.
Moving logistics: Located immediately northwest of Edmonton. Easy access via St. Albert Trail or Anthony Henday Drive. Standard suburban moves. Low difficulty. Note: if moving from Edmonton to St. Albert, you're crossing municipal boundaries — update your address with the City of St. Albert for waste collection, utilities, etc.
Sherwood Park (Strathcona County)
Safety ranking: 1 in 181 chance of being a victim of violent crime. 1 in 44 for property crime. Overall significantly safer than Edmonton proper.
What it's like: Population 75,575 (2024 census). 74% single-family homes, 85% owner-occupied. Average household income $152,310. Strong schools through Elk Island Public and Elk Island Catholic boards.
Home prices: Average listing $526,000. Detached houses average $648,000.
Moving logistics: Located east of Edmonton via Sherwood Park Freeway (Highway 630) or Baseline Road. Newer neighbourhoods have wide streets and easy access. Low difficulty. Same note: Sherwood Park is a separate municipality (Strathcona County) — utilities, waste, and services are different from Edmonton.
The Honest Context
Edmonton's overall Crime Severity Index (109.3 in 2024) is higher than Calgary (63.3), Toronto (59–69), and the national average. It's second only to Winnipeg among major Canadian metros. But three important things to keep in mind:
First, the trend is strongly positive. 2024 was Edmonton's lowest crime rate in nearly a decade. Shootings dropped 47%. Property crime fell 6.5%.
Second, crime in Edmonton is heavily concentrated. Downtown, Oliver, Central McDougall, McCauley, and Boyle Street account for a disproportionate share of the city's crime statistics. The safest neighbourhoods listed above have crime rates comparable to or lower than Calgary's average.
Third, the type of crime matters. 58.5% of Edmonton crime is non-violent property crime (primarily theft under $5,000). The violent crime rate, while elevated, dropped 10% by severity in 2024.
You can check current crime data for any Edmonton neighbourhood yourself:
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