Arvada, CO Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Arvada, CO

Is Arvada, CO safe to live in?

Arvada earns an overall crime grade of A-, and the city-wide safety rating across all 70 analyzed neighborhoods is classified as Very Safe (A). Remarkably, 91.4% of neighborhoods — 64 out of 70 — received an A grade, and the remaining 8.6% (6 neighborhoods) received a B. Not a single neighborhood in Arvada scored a C, D, or F. That means 100% of Arvada neighborhoods fall into the safe category. Areas like Wellington Downs, Cameo Estates, Tennyson Hills, and Leyden all hold A+ ratings, representing the city's strongest safety performance. Even the comparatively higher-activity areas — Olde Town Arvada and Lamar Heights — still grade out at A- and A respectively, well within safe territory.

What is the crime rate in Arvada compared to national averages?

Arvada's crime profile is significantly better than national benchmarks. With 91.4% of its 70 neighborhoods graded A and zero neighborhoods grading below a B, the city sits comfortably in the top tier of suburban safety. The city's poverty rate of just 5.1% and unemployment rate of 4% — both below national averages — correlate strongly with its low crime environment. The median household income of $92,669 further reflects the economic stability that tends to accompany lower crime rates. Neighborhoods like Leyden, where median household income reaches $183,502, and Cameo Estates at $141,515, exemplify the link between economic health and A+ safety grades.

Which neighborhoods in Arvada are the safest?

Ten neighborhoods in Arvada achieved the highest possible safety grade of A+. Here's a data-driven breakdown of the top performers:

• Leyden — Population: 2,582 | Median Income: $183,502 | Grade: A+
• Cameo Estates — Population: 568 | Median Income: $141,515 | Grade: A+
• Mace — Population: 133 | Median Income: $146,165 | Grade: A+
• Tennyson Hills — Population: 322 | Median Income: $91,200 | Grade: A+
• Tennyson Park — Population: 186 | Median Income: $91,158 | Grade: A+
• Wellington Downs — Population: 65 | Median Income: $91,199 | Grade: A+
• Arlington Meadows — Population: 183 | Median Income: $91,197 | Grade: A+
• Paul's Place East — Population: 92 | Median Income: $91,195 | Grade: A+
• Sheridan Hills — Population: 73 | Median Income: $91,199 | Grade: A+
• Tannehill — Population: 130 | Median Income: $91,196 | Grade: A+

These neighborhoods collectively represent Arvada's safest pockets, spanning a range of population sizes and income levels — demonstrating that top-tier safety is achievable across different community types within the city.

Are there any higher-crime areas in Arvada I should know about?

Arvada's so-called "higher-crime" areas are still objectively safe by any standard metric. The five neighborhoods with relatively elevated activity compared to the city average are Olde Town Arvada (A-), Wood Creek (A), Trailside (A), Arvada Plaza Area (A), and Lamar Heights (A). Even the lowest-graded area, Olde Town Arvada, earns an A- — only a fraction below the city's overall A- crime grade. This is a meaningful distinction: in Arvada, the "worst" neighborhood still earns a grade that most cities would consider excellent. Residents in these areas should maintain standard urban awareness, but there is no data-supported reason to avoid them.

Is Arvada a good place to buy a home based on safety?

From a safety standpoint, Arvada presents a compelling case for homebuyers. With 100% of its 70 analyzed neighborhoods graded A or B, buyers face virtually no risk of landing in a high-crime area regardless of which part of the city they choose. The median home value of $424,257 reflects strong demand, and the city's A- overall crime grade supports long-term property value stability. Neighborhoods like Leyden and Cameo Estates — both graded A+ with median incomes above $140,000 — tend to attract buyers seeking premium safety alongside higher home values. Meanwhile, even more accessible price points across Arvada's A-graded neighborhoods offer strong safety performance, making the city broadly attractive across budget ranges.

How does Arvada's population density affect its crime levels?

Arvada's population density of 1,193 residents per square mile is moderate for a Colorado suburb, and the data suggests this density level has not negatively impacted safety outcomes. With a total population of 120,229 spread across 70 analyzed neighborhoods — 91.4% of which grade A — the city manages growth without a corresponding spike in crime. By comparison, higher-density urban cores often see more crime pressure, but Arvada's combination of low poverty (5.1%), low unemployment (4%), and strong median income ($92,669) appears to buffer against density-related crime risks. The six neighborhoods graded B, representing just 8.6% of analyzed areas, still reflect safe conditions rather than any meaningful concern.