Neighborhood Crime Report
Wave Crest
Santa Cruz, CA
B-
Crime Score
Average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
179
79% above avg
Robbery
196
96% above avg
Burglary
154
54% above avg
Larceny/Theft
194
94% above avg
Vehicle Theft
193
93% above avg
Demographics
$1,182,157
Average Home
$102,805
Average Income
86
Population
31.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Wave Crest Details
Wave Crest, Santa Cruz Crime Information
Santa Cruz, CA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
B-
Wave Crest
Santa Cruz, CA
Crime Score: B- – Average crime
Updated today at 5:26pm
Low
High
86
Population
$102,805
Median Income
$1,182,157
Median Home Value
31.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
179
Robbery
196
Burglary
154
Larceny/Theft
194
Vehicle Theft
193
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$1,182,157
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
45.7%
Renter Occupied
54.3%
Cost of Living
↑
10% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+9%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+5%
🚗 Transportation
+5%
🏥 Healthcare
-7%
💡 Utilities
-5%
Demographics
Education Level
8.8%
High School+
32.5%
Bachelor's+
28.6%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
67.9%
Black/African American
3.6%
Hispanic/Latino
16.3%
Asian
11.1%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
60° / 39°F
Summer (Jul)
71° / 52°F
🌧️
32.6"
Annual Rain
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Wave Crest
Wave Crest is a neighborhood located in Santa Cruz, CA. With a crime score of B-, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 86 residents with a median household income of $102,805.
Safety Tips
- Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
- Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
- Report suspicious activity to local authorities