Kelowna has no public police crime map: as of 14 October 2026, neither the Kelowna RCMP nor the City of Kelowna publishes an interactive map of reported incidents. The best substitutes are official statistics. Statistics Canada put the Kelowna census metropolitan area’s 2025 Crime Severity Index (CSI) at 103.7, down 4% from 2024 but about 38% above Canada’s 75.0.
Data: Statistics Canada, police-reported crime statistics for 2025 (released 22 July 2026), CSI by census metropolitan area (Table 35-10-0026-01), CSI for police services in British Columbia (Table 35-10-0063-01) and incidents by violation (Table 35-10-0177-01); City of Kelowna, 2025 annual progress report on Council priorities (published 16 March 2026). The Kelowna RCMP and City of Kelowna websites were checked on 14 October 2026. Percentages and rankings not in the release are our own arithmetic. Updated 14 October 2026.
Key facts
- We found no public crime map for Kelowna on the Kelowna RCMP or City of Kelowna websites; the City’s list of interactive maps has no crime or policing layer (checked 14 October 2026).
- The Kelowna census metropolitan area (CMA) had a Crime Severity Index of 103.7 in 2025, down 4% from 2024 (Statistics Canada, released 22 July 2026).
- Kelowna’s 2025 crime rate was 8,688 incidents per 100,000 people, the 5th highest of Canada’s 41 metro areas (our ranking from Statistics Canada data).
- The Kelowna RCMP municipal CSI was 115.98 in 2025, about 22% below its 2022 peak of 148.61 (our calculation from Statistics Canada data).
- The City of Kelowna reported that residential break-ins fell 17% and auto theft fell 16% in 2025 (City of Kelowna, 16 March 2026).
Is there an official Kelowna crime map?
There is no official Kelowna crime map that the public can browse: the Kelowna RCMP detachment page on rcmp.ca links to contacts, news and online reporting but not to a map or statistics, and the City of Kelowna’s interactive maps cover planning, parks, parking and roads, not crime (both checked 14 October 2026).
A crime map is a map of individual incidents reported to police, usually placed at block level. Cities such as Vancouver, Victoria and Burnaby publish one; Kelowna currently does not. Private “crime score” websites that show Kelowna neighbourhoods are not official police data, and we do not use them.
What Kelowna does have is annual official data. The Crime Severity Index is Statistics Canada’s measure of the volume and seriousness of police-reported crime, set at 100 for Canada in 2006. Our Crime Severity Index explainer shows how to read it.
Which area does the Kelowna RCMP cover?
The Kelowna RCMP detachment serves Kelowna, the Regional District of Central Okanagan, Okanagan Lake and Big White, according to its rcmp.ca page (checked 14 October 2026). Its main detachment is at 1190 Richter Street, with community police offices in Rutland, Peachland and, in ski season, Big White.
West Kelowna and Lake Country have their own RCMP offices. That matters when you read statistics: the Kelowna CMA figure covers the whole metro area, while the Kelowna RCMP municipal figure covers the City of Kelowna’s own policing jurisdiction.
How can I check crime in Kelowna without a crime map?
- Start with the metro numbers. Use the Statistics Canada figures in this guide and in our is Kelowna safe guide for the overall level and trend.
- Read the City’s yearly progress report. The City of Kelowna’s Council priorities report gives year-on-year changes for break-ins and vehicle crime in the city.
- Follow Kelowna RCMP news. The detachment’s newsroom on rcmp.ca posts incidents and appeals for specific areas.
- Visit at different times. Walk the street on a weekday evening and a weekend night, and look at lighting, parking and how busy it is.
- Compare with other cities. Our Canada crime map puts Kelowna next to every other metro area on the same official measures.
The same steps work anywhere; see our guide to checking crime in your neighbourhood.
How does Kelowna compare with other B.C. cities?
Kelowna had the 4th highest Crime Severity Index of British Columbia’s seven census metropolitan areas in 2025, at 103.7, behind Chilliwack, Kamloops and Nanaimo, according to Statistics Canada (ranking is our calculation).
| Area | Crime Severity Index (2025) | CSI change vs 2024 | Crime rate per 100,000 (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilliwack CMA | 134.3 | −4% | 11,455 |
| Kamloops CMA | 126.2 | −4% | 10,949 |
| Nanaimo CMA | 106.0 | −1% | 9,648 |
| Kelowna CMA | 103.7 | −4% | 8,688 |
| Abbotsford–Mission CMA | 95.5 | −1% | 6,717 |
| Vancouver CMA | 83.5 | +1% | 5,672 |
| Victoria CMA | 74.6 | +5% | 5,588 |
| British Columbia | 92.4 | −2% | 6,943 |
| Canada | 75.0 | −5% | 5,585 |
Source: Statistics Canada, Table 35-10-0026-01.
Nationally, Kelowna ranked 9th highest of 41 metro areas by CSI and 5th by crime rate. See the most dangerous cities in B.C., the safest cities in B.C. and crime rate in Canada by city; nearby, read is Kamloops safe, is Vernon safe (Vernon RCMP municipal CSI 133.9 in 2025) and is Penticton safe (144.8).
Is crime in Kelowna going down?
Crime severity in Kelowna has fallen for three years in a row: the Kelowna CMA’s CSI dropped from 126.03 in 2022 to 103.68 in 2025, about 18% lower, according to Statistics Canada (percentage is our calculation).
| Year | Kelowna CMA CSI | Kelowna RCMP municipal CSI | Canada CSI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 114.14 | 132.95 | 73.92 |
| 2021 | 121.25 | 140.00 | 74.87 |
| 2022 | 126.03 | 148.61 | 78.74 |
| 2023 | 119.56 | 139.15 | 81.27 |
| 2024 | 107.49 | 121.50 | 78.84 |
| 2025 | 103.68 | 115.98 | 75.01 |
Source: Statistics Canada, Tables 35-10-0026-01 and 35-10-0063-01.
The City of Kelowna’s 2025 progress report, published on 16 March 2026, points the same way: residential break-ins fell 17% compared with 2024, business break-ins fell 6%, auto theft fell 16% and theft from vehicles fell 12%. The city figures and the Statistics Canada metro figures use different areas and definitions, so the percentages do not match exactly.
The Kelowna RCMP municipal CSI (115.98) is about 12% above the metro CSI (103.68), by our calculation, because the city holds most of the region’s shops, nightlife and visitors while the rate is divided by residents only.
Which crimes are most common in Kelowna?
Shoplifting, break-ins and violent crime were all above the national rate in the Kelowna CMA in 2025, while vehicle theft was below it, according to Statistics Canada.
| Crime type | Kelowna CMA rate per 100,000 (2025) | Canada rate per 100,000 (2025) | Difference from Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Criminal Code (excl. traffic) | 8,688 | 5,585 | +56% |
| Violent crime | 1,872 | 1,443 | +30% |
| Shoplifting ($5,000 or under) | 952 | 502 | +90% |
| Break and enter | 401 | 262 | +53% |
| Theft of a motor vehicle | 184 | 201 | −9% |
| Homicide (victims) | 1.58 | 1.61 | −2% |
Source: Statistics Canada, Table 35-10-0177-01, Kelowna census metropolitan area. The last column is our calculation.
For residents, property crime is the main risk: Kelowna’s break-in rate fell from 452 to 401 per 100,000 in 2025 but stayed about 1.5 times the national level. Practical steps are in our guides to break-ins in Canada, home security tips and shoplifting in Canada.
How do I report a crime in Kelowna?
In Kelowna, call 911 for an emergency or a crime in progress; for non-emergencies, the Kelowna RCMP lists 250-762-3300 and an online crime reporting tool for crimes that have already happened, according to its contact page (checked 14 October 2026). The City of Kelowna also lists 250-469-8600 for graffiti. Our guide on how to report a crime in Canada covers the general rules.
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Kelowna crime map FAQ
Does Kelowna have a crime map?
No. As of 14 October 2026, neither the Kelowna RCMP nor the City of Kelowna publishes a public interactive crime map; the closest official sources are Statistics Canada data and the City’s annual progress report.
What is Kelowna’s crime rate?
The Kelowna CMA’s crime rate was 8,688 incidents per 100,000 people in 2025, down 2% from 2024 and about 56% above Canada’s 5,585 (Statistics Canada).
Is crime in Kelowna going down?
Yes. Kelowna’s metro Crime Severity Index fell for a third straight year to 103.7 in 2025, about 18% below its 2022 peak.
Is Kelowna safer than Kamloops?
Yes, on the official figures: Kelowna’s 2025 CSI was 103.7 against Kamloops’ 126.2, and its crime rate was 8,688 against 10,949 per 100,000.
Where can I report a minor crime in Kelowna online?
The Kelowna RCMP’s online crime reporting tool accepts reports of non-emergency crimes that have already happened; call 911 if a crime is in progress.
Related: Is Kelowna safe? · Is Kamloops safe? · Is Nanaimo safe? · Victoria crime map · Most dangerous cities in B.C.. Official source: Statistics Canada, The Daily. In an emergency call 911.