Safety Harbor, FL Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Safety Harbor, FL

Is Safety Harbor safe?

Safety Harbor earns an overall crime grade of A+, placing it among the safest small cities in Florida. Every single one of the 28 neighborhoods analyzed for the Safety Harbor crime map received a grade of A or A+ — that means 100% of the city's neighborhoods qualify as safe, with zero neighborhoods graded B, C, D, or F. Standout communities like Willowick (pop. 1,112), Bay Woods, and Philippe Estates all hold A+ ratings. The city's low poverty rate of 6.1% and unemployment rate of 4.6% — both well below national averages — reinforce the social stability that underpins these strong safety outcomes. While no city is entirely crime-free, Safety Harbor's across-the-board A-range grades make it an exceptionally secure place to live and visit.

What is the crime rate in Safety Harbor?

Safety Harbor's crime profile is classified as "Very Safe" at the city-wide level, backed by a city-wide safety rating of A and an overall crime grade of A+. To put that in perspective, 100% of the 28 analyzed neighborhoods earned a grade in the A range — none fell into the B, C, D, or F tiers. Even the areas listed as relatively higher-crime within the city, such as Downtown Safety Harbor and North Bay Hills, still hold A or A+ grades, meaning crime remains low by any reasonable standard. Contributing factors include a median household income of $83,116, a poverty rate of just 6.1%, and a population density of 1,403 residents per square mile — a moderate density that supports community cohesion without the anonymity that can accompany denser urban environments.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Safety Harbor?

All 28 neighborhoods in Safety Harbor earned an A+ or A safety grade, but several stand out for their combination of safety ratings and socioeconomic indicators:

• Bay Woods — Grade A+, median income $144,408
• Philippe Estates — Grade A+, median income $133,471
• Rainbow Farms North — Grade A+, median income $130,035
• Weatherstone — Grade A+, median income $112,505
• Huntington Lakes — Grade A+, median income $112,500, population 597
• Cypress Hollow — Grade A+, median income $112,500
• Cypress Trace — Grade A+, median income $112,420
• Chevy Chase — Grade A+, median income $92,941
• Marshall Street Park — Grade A+, median income $93,093, the largest of the top-ten safest neighborhoods at a population of 826
• Willowick — Grade A+, median income $78,162, notable for being the most populous A+ neighborhood at 1,112 residents

The fact that 100% of neighborhoods achieved an A-range grade means even areas not on the top-ten list — including Downtown Safety Harbor — still perform well above average for safety.

Is Safety Harbor a good place to live?

By nearly every measurable indicator, Safety Harbor ranks as an outstanding place to live. The city of roughly 17,893 residents combines a median household income of $83,116 with a median home value of $287,301 and a median rent of $1,313 — offering relative affordability compared to many Florida coastal communities. On the safety front, the numbers are equally compelling: all 28 analyzed neighborhoods carry A-range crime grades, and the city's overall crime grade is A+. The unemployment rate of 4.6% and poverty rate of 6.1% both sit well below state and national benchmarks, reflecting a stable local economy. Neighborhoods like Bay Woods, Philippe Estates, and Willowick illustrate the range of options available — from higher-income enclaves to more moderately priced communities — all sharing the same top-tier safety grade. For families, retirees, and remote workers alike, Safety Harbor's data paints a consistent picture of a well-managed, genuinely safe small city.

How does Safety Harbor compare to other Florida cities for safety?

Safety Harbor's A+ overall crime grade and 100% neighborhood A-range rating place it at the top tier of Florida municipalities for public safety. While larger Florida cities often show significant variation between neighborhoods — with some areas earning D or F grades — Safety Harbor has zero neighborhoods graded below A. Its population density of 1,403 per square mile is modest enough to maintain a tight-knit community feel, and its median income of $83,116 exceeds the Florida statewide median, both of which are associated with lower crime rates. Even the city's relatively busier zones, like Downtown Safety Harbor, hold an A grade — a level many Florida neighborhoods would aspire to. For residents comparing relocation options across the Tampa Bay region, Safety Harbor's across-the-board safety data represents a meaningful competitive advantage.