Real answers based on live Regina Police data (updated daily), census stats, and local knowledge.
Regina has both very safe and higher-crime areas. Neighbourhoods like Whitmore Park, Harbour Landing, and Dieppe have very low crime rates (under 200 incidents/year). Areas like North Central have higher crime but are improving year-over-year. Use our safety scores to compare specific neighbourhoods.
Based on police-reported crime data, the safest neighbourhoods in Regina are: Whitmore Park (safety score: 96/100), Dieppe (94/100), Sherwood Estates (93/100), and Normanview West (91/100). These areas have the lowest incident rates per capita. See full safety rankings →
North Central consistently reports the highest crime rates in Regina based on live police data updated daily. However, community organizations, increased policing, and neighbourhood investment continue to drive improvement. See North Central profile →
For immigrants and newcomers, we recommend: Harbour Landing (very safe, new builds, all amenities), Normanview West (affordable, quiet, family-friendly), Walsh Acres (good schools, near shopping), and Dieppe (safe, affordable, established). See newcomer recommendations →
Regina rents vary significantly: North Central ($700-900/month), Cathedral ($1,000-1,400), Harbour Landing ($1,400-1,800), Whitmore Park ($1,200-1,500). Our neighbourhood profiles include average rent estimates for every area. Browse all neighbourhoods →
Cathedral is Regina's most walkable neighbourhood with character homes, cafes, and independent shops. It has moderate crime (mainly property crime like vehicle break-ins) but is generally safe on main streets. Best for young professionals who value walkability over suburban quiet. Safety score: 58/100. Full Cathedral profile →
Yes. Harbour Landing is one of Regina's safest neighbourhoods with very low crime rates. It's a new suburb with modern homes, big-box retail, and family-friendly amenities. The tradeoff: zero walkability (you need a car for everything) and limited character. Safety score: 92/100. Full Harbour Landing profile →
Top family neighbourhoods: Harbour Landing (safe, new schools, parks), Lakeview (established, great schools, Wascana Lake nearby), Walsh Acres (affordable family area, good schools), and Whitmore Park (safest in the city). See family rankings →
Community organizations, increased policing, and neighbourhood investment are driving improvement in North Central. While it remains Regina's highest-crime area, ongoing efforts continue to make a difference. Check the live data on our map for the latest incident trends.
Near the University of Regina: University Park (closest, safe), Cathedral (walkable, social, transit access), Hillsdale (affordable family area near campus), and Gardiner Park (affordable, bus access). See student recommendations →
Both cities have similar overall crime rates. Regina's crime is more concentrated in specific neighbourhoods (North Central, downtown) while safer suburbs have very low rates. The key is choosing the right neighbourhood — which is exactly what this tool helps with.
We use live data from the Regina Police Service Secure Community Crime Map (updated daily, 3,000+ current incidents), real neighbourhood boundary polygons from the City of Regina GIS, OpenStreetMap (schools, transit, amenities), and Statistics Canada census data. All sources are cited and the code is open source on GitHub.