Orlando, FL Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Orlando Crime & Safety

Is Orlando safe to live in or visit in 2026?

By the numbers, Orlando leans toward the safe side. Of the 145 neighborhoods analyzed for 2026, 84% earned a combined A or B safety grade — 55.9% landed at Grade A and 27.6% at Grade B. Only 9% of neighborhoods fell into the higher-crime D or F tier. The city's overall Safety Rating is B (Safe), even though the city-wide Crime Grade sits at C, reflecting how a smaller number of concentrated high-crime pockets pull down the aggregate score. Neighborhoods like Spring Lake (A+), Rose Isle (A+), and Bay Hill (A+) consistently post the strongest safety figures, while areas such as Washington Shores and Mercy Drive carry Grade F ratings and account for a disproportionate share of reported incidents. Visitors staying near major attractions and residents choosing neighborhoods in the A/B tier generally experience a very different safety environment than those statistics suggest at first glance.

What is the crime rate in Orlando, FL?

Orlando's 2026 crime picture is best understood through its grade distribution rather than a single number. Across 145 analyzed neighborhoods, 81 neighborhoods (55.9%) earned an A grade, 40 neighborhoods (27.6%) earned a B, 11 (7.6%) received a C, 8 (5.5%) a D, and 5 neighborhoods (3.4%) an F. That means fewer than 1 in 10 neighborhoods fall into the highest-risk category. Property crime — particularly theft — is the dominant crime type citywide, consistent with Florida metro trends. Violent crime is more geographically concentrated, with Grade F areas like Lake Sunset, Johnson Village, and Clear Lake accounting for a notably outsized share of serious incidents relative to their population. The city's 16.1% poverty rate and 5% unemployment rate correlate with these pockets of elevated risk, while higher-income corridors like Bay Hill (median income ~$147,725) and Rio Pinar (median income ~$103,791) maintain Grade A ratings.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Orlando?

Eight Orlando neighborhoods earned the top A+ safety grade in 2026. Here's how they compare on key metrics:

• Spring Lake — A+ grade, median household income $215,693 (highest among top-ranked neighborhoods), population 471
• Rose Isle — A+ grade, median income $176,958, population 340
• Orwin Manor — A+ grade, median income $162,738, population 587
• Bay Hill — A+ grade, median income $147,725, population 4,390 (the largest A+ neighborhood by population)
• Lancaster Park — A+ grade, median income $104,044, population 487
• Lake Weldon — A+ grade, median income $102,418, population 308
• Rowena Gardens — A+ grade, median income $87,669, population 338
• Crescent Park — A+ grade, median income $57,300, population 307

Just below that tier, Southport (Grade A) and Rio Pinar (Grade A) — with Rio Pinar's nearly 6,000 residents making it one of the most populous safe neighborhoods — round out the top ten. Notably, Crescent Park achieves an A+ rating despite a more modest median income of $57,300, suggesting that community cohesion and neighborhood characteristics matter beyond income alone.

Which Orlando neighborhoods have the highest crime?

Five neighborhoods received a Grade F in 2026, representing 3.4% of all analyzed areas but a disproportionate share of serious incidents: Lake Sunset, Johnson Village, Washington Shores, Clear Lake, and Mercy Drive (rated F+, indicating it sits at the lower boundary of the F tier). An additional 8 neighborhoods (5.5%) earned Grade D ratings. Together, these D and F neighborhoods account for roughly 9% of Orlando's analyzed areas. Residents and visitors can cross-reference these zones on the interactive crime map to understand exact boundaries before making housing or travel decisions. It's worth noting that even within higher-crime zip codes, block-level conditions can vary significantly.

How does Orlando's crime compare to other Florida cities?

Orlando's overall Crime Grade of C with a Safety Rating of B places it in a middle tier among major Florida metros. The fact that 84% of its neighborhoods score A or B is a meaningful positive indicator — many comparably sized cities see a lower share of top-rated neighborhoods. The city's population density of 994 people per square mile is moderate, which typically correlates with mid-range crime exposure compared to denser urban cores. The median household income of $55,183 and median home value of $259,618 reflect a mixed economic landscape: enough prosperity to support safe residential enclaves, but a 16.1% poverty rate that creates stress in specific corridors. For context, neighborhoods like Bay Hill and Spring Lake would benchmark favorably against the safest areas in virtually any Florida city.

Is Orlando a good place to live in 2026?

For most residents, yes — with the right neighborhood choice. The data shows that 121 out of 145 neighborhoods (83.4%) carry an A or B safety grade, giving homebuyers and renters a wide selection of low-to-moderate crime areas. The median home value of $259,618 and median rent of $1,253 remain relatively accessible compared to other major metros, and the 5% unemployment rate suggests a functional local job market. Families and professionals gravitating toward neighborhoods like Orwin Manor, Lancaster Park, or Rio Pinar will find strong safety grades paired with established community infrastructure. The 16.1% poverty rate is a reminder that economic inequality shapes the city's safety geography — the 9% of neighborhoods graded D or F are real, and proximity to those areas matters when evaluating a specific address. Used alongside the interactive Orlando crime map, this grade data gives prospective residents a statistically grounded starting point for their decision.