Map
Everything on this page, plotted around the node — filter the layers to see one thing at a time
Getting here
Transit within 1 km, cycling at the corner, and what's within a 1.5 km walk
Transit & cycling
- Subway
- Warden Station (Line 2)731 m
- TTC bus
- 161711791021138691356820 nearest 18 m
- Express
- 902968
- Blue Night
- 300
- Nearest stops
- 5 surface stops within 300 m — Birchmount Rd at Zenith Dr; Birchmount Rd at Zenith Dr North Side
- Cycling
- no bikeway on the City cycling network touches this intersection
- Bike Share
- 552 Birchmount Rd 85 m · 15 docks · 3 stations, 49 docks within 1 km
Straight-line distances to the nearest stop or station entrance in each agency's current schedule feed, including temporary diversions.
Within walking distance 1.5 km
- Schools (7)
- Danforth Gardens Public SchoolEnglish Public · 273 m
- J G Workman Public SchoolEnglish Public · 483 m
- St Joachim Catholic Elementary SchoolEnglish Separate · 499 m
- General Brock Public SchoolEnglish Public · 911 m
- Norman Cook Jr Public SchoolEnglish Public · 1.3 km
- Birch Cliff Heights Public SchoolEnglish Public · 1.3 km
- and 1 more
- Community centres
- Parks (16)
- Danforth Gardens Park262 m
- Dunlop Park264 m
- Sadler Parkette282 m
- Woodrow Park800 m
- Oates Park839 m
- Warden Hilltop Community Centre Park920 m
- and 10 more
- Library
- Toronto Public Library Albert Campbell branch332 m
Around the corner
Food premises, public washrooms, child care and emergency services — distances are straight-line from the node
Restaurants & food
No restaurant or café sits within 300 m of the corner; 25 eating places are within a kilometre — well below the median of 73 within a kilometre. The nearest is Blue Elephant Cuisine, 310 m away, which passed its last DineSafe inspection in July 2026.
| Nearest food premises | Distance | Latest DineSafe inspection |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Elephant Cuisine · 516 Danforth Rd | 310 m | Passed, Jul 2026 |
| Mama's Boys Burgers · 480 Danforth Rd | 341 m | Passed, Apr 2026 |
| Pizza Pizza · 474 Danforth Rd | 341 m | Passed, Apr 2026 |
| Captain C Cakes & Ice Cream · 3441 St Clair Ave E | 343 m | Passed, Apr 2026 |
| Sweet Lips Restaurant & Bar · 3439 St Clair Ave E | 345 m | Passed, Nov 2024 · 4 infractions |
| Bread King Bakeries · 462 Birchmount Rd Unit-31 | 422 m | Passed, May 2026 · 1 infraction |
| Follow the Child · 462 Birchmount Rd Unit--20 | 422 m | Passed, Jul 2026 |
| Iqbal Foods · 462 Birchmount Rd Unit-17-18grocery | 422 m | Passed, Jun 2026 |
Every establishment Toronto Public Health inspects under DineSafe, screened by name to leave out kitchens inside schools, care homes and offices. A conditional pass means infractions had to be fixed by a follow-up visit, not that the premises is closed.
Washrooms & water
The nearest public washroom is Dunlop Park Washroom, 303 m away, open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; it is wheelchair-accessible.
- Dunlop Park Washroom · 19 Dunlop Ave
9 a.m. to 10 p.m. · accessible303 m - Warden Hilltop Community Centre Washroom · 25 Mendelssohn St
View centre hours941 m
Park washrooms, washrooms in City buildings and automated street toilets, with hours and status as the City publishes them (park washrooms are seasonal). Malls, shops and TTC stations are not included.
Child care
Three licensed child care centres within a kilometre offer 197 spaces; two accept City fee subsidy. The nearest is Danforth Gardens Playcare (273 m, 86 spaces, kindergarten, school age).
- Danforth Gardens Playcare · 20 Santamonica Blvd
86 spaces · kindergarten, school age · fee subsidy · $10-a-day273 m - Follow the Child · 462 Birchmount Rd
39 spaces · toddler, preschool · $10-a-day425 m - Hilltop Daycare Centre · 160 North Bonnington Ave
72 spaces · infant, toddler, preschool, school age · fee subsidy · $10-a-day557 m
Licensed centres only; spaces are licensed capacity, not vacancies.
Emergency services
The nearest fire hall is Fire Station 222 (1.5 km), the nearest police station 41 Division (2.3 km) and the nearest ambulance station 1.3 km away.
Nearest station by straight line — not a response time, and not necessarily the station that would answer a call.
Apartment buildings nearby
RentSafeTO-registered rental buildings within 1 km, with the City's latest evaluation score
15 registered apartment buildings with 1,200 rental units stand within a kilometre of the corner, three of them social or Toronto Community Housing. The nearest is 540 Birchmount Rd (51 m, 27 units, 4 storeys, built 1960), which scored 92 out of 100 at its September 2025 RentSafeTO evaluation. None scored below 70; the average is 90, about the citywide norm. The Landlord and Tenant Board issued 26 final orders naming these buildings in the latest half-year of its catalogue, and 13 fire-code violations are open across them.
| Nearest buildings | Units | Storeys | Built | Score | LTB orders | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540 Birchmount Rd · Trivest Developments Corporation | 27 | 4 | 1960 | 92 · Sep 2025 | 1 | 51 m |
| 544 Birchmount Rd · Medallion Corporation | 131 | 11 | 1969 | 92 · Sep 2025 | 6 · 3 fire | 63 m |
| 536 Birchmount Rd · Performance Property Management | 28 | 3 | 1960 | 91 · Sep 2025 | 0 | 66 m |
| 550 Birchmount Rd · Medallion Corporation | 153 | 10 | 2011 | 83 · Sep 2026 | 1 | 80 m |
| 534 Birchmount Rd · Avenue Place Ltd. | 34 | 4 | 1962 | 84 · Jul 2024 | 0 | 89 m |
| 552 Birchmount Rd · Medallion Corporation | 61 | 7 | 1974 | 87 · Sep 2025 | 1 | 110 m |
| 560 Birchmount Rd · Medallion Corporation | 103 | 13 | 1972 | 76 · Aug 2026 | 8 | 169 m |
| 568 Birchmount Rd · Aykler Real Estate | 61 | 7 | 1960 | 96 · Sep 2025 | 1 | 224 m |
The City's RentSafeTO register — rental apartment buildings of three or more storeys and ten or more units — with the score from each building's latest City evaluation (out of 100; poor scores trigger a full audit). LTB orders are final Landlord and Tenant Board orders naming the address (Jan 2026 – Jun 2026); fire-code violations are open items in Toronto Fire Services' inspection data. Each building links to its full record on LandlordReport. Condominiums and houses are not registered.
Parking
Every mapped lot within 2 km, Green P with peak occupancy, City EV charging and bike parking
| Green P car park | Distance | Spaces | Peak occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warden South Lot - 701 Warden Ave · Surface | 811 m | 151 * | — |
| Warden North Lot - 705 Warden Ave · Surface | 1 km | 920 * | — |
Nearest lots: 59 m away, ≈44 spaces; 64 m away, ≈36 spaces; 67 m away, ≈69 spaces; 79 m away, ≈60 spaces; 103 m away, ≈22 spaces; 118 m away, ≈51 spaces.
Lot count and area from the City's topographic mapping of parking-lot footprints (every visible surface lot, public or private); spaces are estimated at one per 30 m² of lot. Lots not run by Green P are private, commercial or institutional and may be for customers or residents only. Green P spaces and average daily peak occupancy from the Toronto Parking Authority's quarterly dataset (* = capacity from the 2019 car-park list; rates are not shown because that list is stale — check Green P). EV chargers are City-operated only; on-street and underground parking are not included.
Traffic volume
The City's latest turning-movement count — 8-hour, Apr 25, 2017
The north leg carries the load — 3,412 southbound vehicles, or 48% of everything entering — while the west leg brought 4. The afternoon peak is the heavier one — 1,125 vehicles in the hour from 4:45 p.m., 24% above the morning peak from 8:15 a.m. (910). Trucks and buses were 6.5% of traffic, well above the typical 3.2% — a sign of a goods-movement or bus corridor. The citywide median for a 14-hour count is 16,183 vehicles. The count is 9 years old — treat it as a snapshot of 2017, not today's volume. It was an 8-hour count, which is not directly comparable with the 14-hour counts the City has used since September 2023.
Approach figures are vehicles entering the intersection from that leg over the whole count. A count is one day's traffic, not an annual average; the City recounts on an ad-hoc schedule.
How fast traffic moves here
Midblock speed counts on the intersection's streets, the nearest school-zone speed sign, and traffic calming
The City's counter on Birchmount Rd between Danforth Rd and Sadler Dr (346 m away) recorded an average of 47 km/h in its 3-day count in May 2022; 85% of drivers were at or under 54 km/h. That segment carries about 12,500 vehicles a day. Zenith Dr between Marta Ave and Larmere Crt measured slower: 38 km/h on average and an 85th percentile of 48 km/h (Nov 2005). The reading is 4 years old; the City counts on request rather than on a schedule. At the school-zone speed sign on Danforth Rd (372 m away, 50 km/h limit), 2.5% of the 93,985 vehicles logged in July 2026 were doing 60 km/h or more — a small minority.
| Street segment | Counted | Vehicles / day | Average | 85th percentile | 95th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zenith Dr · Marta Ave – Larmere Crt · 238 m | Nov 2005 · 24 h | 659 | 38 km/h | 48 km/h | 54 km/h |
| Birchmount Rd · Danforth Rd – Sadler Dr · 346 m | May 2022 · 3 days | 12,470 | 47 km/h | 54 km/h | 59 km/h |
School-zone speed sign 372 m
Danforth Rd (westbound) · 93,985 vehicles logged in July 2026 · runs weekdays, 7 am - 9 pm.
Midblock counts are automatic counters laid across the road for one to seven days; the 85th-percentile speed is the figure engineers use — 85% of drivers were at or below it. Counts are ad hoc, so some are years old. A midblock reading is not the speed through the intersection itself, and posted limits are not in the count data.
All police-reported collisions
Every collision reported to Toronto Police within 65 m, any severity, 2016–2025
2019 was the peak year (8 collisions), and 2025 closed with 3. 26% of collisions here involved an injury, above the 15% citywide. 9 drivers failed to remain at the scene — 20% of collisions, a higher hit-and-run share than the city's 16%. People walking or cycling were involved in 4% of collisions here (citywide: 5%). Since January 2026, 2 more collisions have been reported; they sit outside the ranking window. The most recent report on file is from Jun 18, 2026.
By year
| 2016–2025 | Collisions | |
|---|---|---|
| All reported collisions | 46 | #2176 of 5,508 |
| With an injury | 12 | #1424 of 4,660 |
| Property damage only | 28 | |
| Fail to remain | 9 | |
| Involving a pedestrian | 2 | #1479 of 3,193 |
| Involving a cyclist | 0 | |
| Involving a motorcyclist | 0 | |
| With a fatality | 0 | |
| Severity not classified | 6 | |
| Since January 2026 (outside the window) | 2 | |
| All since 2014 | 56 | latest Jun 18, 2026 |
Source: Toronto Police Service, Traffic Collisions Open Data — every collision reported to police since 2014, within 65 m of this node. Records through Jun 30, 2026.
Killed or seriously injured
Collisions in which someone died or was seriously injured, within 65 m, 2016–2025 — the basis of the danger rankings
Of the two serious-injury collisions in 2016–2025, one was fatal. 2 pedestrians were among those hurt. One of the two happened in darkness. The most recent was on Feb 8, 2022.
By year
| 2016–2025 | Collisions | |
|---|---|---|
| All KSI collisions | 2 | #184 of 1,505 |
| Fatal | 1 | #44 of 319 |
| Involving a pedestrian | 2 | #59 of 879 |
| Involving a cyclist | 0 | |
| Involving a motorcyclist | 0 | |
| In darkness | 1 | |
| All KSI since 2006 | 2 | latest Feb 8, 2022 |
KSI = killed or seriously injured. A collision is counted if its recorded location is within 65 m of this intersection's centreline node, whether the police coded it as intersection-related or mid-block. Records can lag a year or more, so the current year is excluded from rankings.
Thefts reported at this corner
Thefts from vehicles and bicycle thefts that Toronto Police have offset to this intersection, 2016–2025
Toronto Police place 34 thefts from vehicles and no bicycle thefts at this intersection in 2016–2025 — 5.7× the median for a Toronto intersection with any reported theft. The pace has slowed: 4 in 2023–2025, about 1.3 a year, against 4.3 a year before that. 85% of the vehicle thefts were from the street or other outdoor spots. Since January 2026, 1 more has been reported, the latest on May 18, 2026.
By year
| 2016–2025 | Reported | 2023–2025 | Since Jan 2026 | Most often from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theft from a vehicle | 34 | 4 | 1 | street/outdoor (29), commercial premises (2) |
| Bicycle theft | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Source: Toronto Police Service, Theft From Motor Vehicle and Bicycle Thefts open data, records through May 18, 2026. Police offset every occurrence to the nearest intersection before publishing, so these are thefts on the streets and premises around this node, not necessarily at the corner itself. Other offences are published by neighbourhood only — see Clairlea-Birchmount.
Nearby intersections
Questions
Is Birchmount & Zenith a dangerous intersection?
It is not among the worst. 2 serious-injury collisions were recorded in 2016–2025 (#184 of 1,505), out of 46 reported collisions of any severity. High counts usually track high traffic volume rather than a design flaw; volume is shown alongside so the numbers can be read in context.
How busy is Birchmount & Zenith?
An intersection of typical volume. Its latest count is from Apr 25, 2017, 76% of the median for a counted intersection.
How fast do cars go at Birchmount & Zenith?
The City's most recent speed count near the corner, on Birchmount Rd between Danforth Rd and Sadler Dr (May 2022), found an average of 47 km/h and an 85th-percentile speed of 54 km/h — meaning 85% of drivers were at or below that speed. At the school-zone speed sign 372 m away (50 km/h), 2.5% of vehicles were doing 60 km/h or more in July 2026.
Where can I park near Birchmount & Zenith?
The nearest Green P car park is Warden South Lot - 701 Warden Ave (811 m away, 151 spaces). The City's mapping shows 451 parking lots of any kind within 2 km — roughly 64,460 spaces — 34 of them within 500 m; most are private or customer-only lots.
How do I get to Birchmount & Zenith by transit?
Warden Station (Line 2) is 731 m away; bus routes 16, 17, 117, 9, 102, 113, 8, 69 and 5 more within 1 km (nearest stop: Birchmount Rd at Zenith Dr, 18 m).
What restaurants are near Birchmount & Zenith?
None within 300 m, and 25 within a kilometre, according to Toronto Public Health's DineSafe inspection list. The closest are Blue Elephant Cuisine (310 m), Mama's Boys Burgers (341 m), Pizza Pizza (341 m), Captain C Cakes & Ice Cream (343 m) and Sweet Lips Restaurant & Bar (345 m). Each one's latest inspection result is shown on this page; DineSafe does not record cuisine or opening hours.
Is there a public washroom near Birchmount & Zenith?
The nearest is Dunlop Park Washroom, 19 Dunlop Ave, 303 m away (open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.), with an accessible washroom. Next nearest: Warden Hilltop Community Centre Washroom (941 m). These are the City's own washrooms — in parks, civic buildings and automated street toilets — not those in malls, coffee shops or TTC stations.
Is there child care near Birchmount & Zenith?
Three licensed child care centres within 1 km, with 197 spaces in total; 2 accept City fee subsidy and all are in the $10-a-day (CWELCC) program. The nearest are Danforth Gardens Playcare (273 m, 86 spaces), Follow the Child (425 m, 39 spaces) and Hilltop Daycare Centre (557 m, 72 spaces). Spaces are licensed capacity, not vacancies.
What apartment buildings are near Birchmount & Zenith?
15 RentSafeTO-registered apartment buildings with 1,200 rental units are within 1 km. The nearest are 540 Birchmount Rd (51 m, 27 units, RentSafeTO score 92), 544 Birchmount Rd (63 m, 131 units, RentSafeTO score 92), 536 Birchmount Rd (66 m, 28 units, RentSafeTO score 91) and 550 Birchmount Rd (80 m, 153 units, RentSafeTO score 83). The average RentSafeTO score across the 15 is 90 out of 100. Condos and houses are not on the City's register. Each building's full record — score history, LTB orders, fire-code inspections, permits — is on LandlordReport.
How many thefts are reported at Birchmount & Zenith?
Toronto Police place 34 thefts from vehicles and no bicycle thefts at this intersection in 2016–2025, plus 1 since January 2026. Police offset every reported occurrence to the nearest intersection before publishing it, so the count covers the streets, driveways and parking around this corner rather than the corner itself. Break-ins, robberies and other offences are published by neighbourhood only — see the Clairlea-Birchmount page.
What neighbourhood is Birchmount & Zenith in?
Birchmount & Zenith is in Clairlea-Birchmount (City of Toronto neighbourhood 120). It is in Ward 20, Scarborough Southwest, represented by Councillor Parthi Kandavel.
Sources
Every figure on this page comes from one of these datasets — how they are joined
- Traffic counts: City of Toronto, Traffic Volumes – Multimodal Intersection Turning Movement Counts, latest count Apr 25, 2017.
- Serious-injury collisions: City of Toronto / Toronto Police Service, Motor Vehicle Collisions involving Killed or Seriously Injured Persons, records through Aug 29, 2026.
- All collisions: Toronto Police Service, Traffic Collisions Open Data, records through Jun 30, 2026.
- Cameras: City of Toronto, Red Light Cameras.
- Speeds and calming: Midblock Vehicle Speed, Volume and Classification Counts; School Safety Zone Watch Your Speed Program (locations and monthly summary).
- Around the corner: DineSafe (Toronto Public Health); Park Washroom Facilities, Washroom Facilities in City Buildings, Automated Public Toilets, Park Drinking Water Sources; Licensed Child Care Centres; Fire Station Locations, Police Facility Locations, Ambulance Station Locations.
- Apartment buildings: City of Toronto Apartment Building Registration and Apartment Building Evaluation (RentSafeTO), as compiled by LandlordReport with the Ontario LTB Order Catalogue and Toronto Fire Services inspection data (imported Sep 10, 2026).
- Thefts: Toronto Police Service, Theft From Motor Vehicle and Bicycle Thefts open data, occurrences offset by police to the nearest intersection, records through May 18, 2026.
- Ward and BIA: Wards and Elected Councillors (Ward 20 councillor), Business Improvement Areas.
- Getting here: TTC Routes and Schedules (GTFS), GO Transit GTFS, UP Express GTFS, VIA Rail GTFS, MiWay (Mississauga) GTFS, Durham Region Transit GTFS, Brampton Transit GTFS, York Region Transit GTFS, Bike Share Toronto, Cycling Network. Data provided with permission of Metrolinx where GO and UP Express appear.
- Walking distance: City of Toronto School Locations, Parks and Recreation Facilities, Library Branch General Information, Places of Interest and Attractions, Traffic Signals Tabular, Neighbourhoods.
- Parking: Topographic Mapping – Physical Area of Parking Lots, Green P Parking with Parking Occupancy, City-Operated EV Charging Stations, Street Furniture – Bicycle Parking, Bicycle Parking Racks, High-Capacity Bicycle Parking, Indoor Bike Stations.
- Coordinates: 43.71108, -79.26981 · centreline node 13456092.