Santa Barbara / Martineztown Neighborhood, Albuquerque

Last updated: May 2, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 1% of neighborhoods in Albuquerque

Summary: Santa Barbara / Martineztown, Albuquerque Crime Rate (2026)

Santa Barbara / Martineztown in Albuquerque, NM has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 190, which is 90% above the national average. Santa Barbara / Martineztown is safer than 1% of neighborhoods in Albuquerque.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 2, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 190 / 300 High

Violent Crime 182

82% above national avg

Property Crime 177

77% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is Santa Barbara / Martineztown Safe?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Santa Barbara / Martineztown in Albuquerque, NM has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 190, which is 90% above the national average of 100. Santa Barbara / Martineztown is safer than 1% of neighborhoods in Albuquerque.

Compared to the Albuquerque average (crime index 102), Santa Barbara / Martineztown is 88% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 194, 94% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 161).

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 194 (94% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 161 (61% above avg)

Santa Barbara / Martineztown Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Albuquerque city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Albuquerque	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	194	+94%	+90%	High
Assault	178	+78%	+65%	High
Robbery	174	+74%	+63%	High
Rape	182	+82%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	161	+61%	+63%	High
Larceny / Theft	178	+78%	+58%	High
Vehicle Theft	193	+93%	+78%	High

How Santa Barbara / Martineztown Compares

Crime index by category: Santa Barbara / Martineztown vs Albuquerque average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Santa Barbara / Martineztown Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Santa Barbara / Martineztown Demographics & Context

Population

2,332

Median Income

$25,707

Home Value

$182,870

Median Age

Pop. Density

2,400/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.6%

Graduate Degree 18.7%

Housing

27%

73%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 59.4%

Black 4.5%

Hispanic 63.9%

Asian 3.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Wells Park Index: 176

Citizens Improvement Community of Martineztown Index: 192

B-

Spruce Park Index: 175

A-

Downtown Index: 164

Huning Highland Historic District Index: 193

Broadway Central Corridor Partnership Inc Index: 158

North Campus Index: 116

Sycamore Index: 191

B-

Santa Barbara / Martineztown Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Santa Barbara / Martineztown, Albuquerque?

Santa Barbara / Martineztown in Albuquerque, NM has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 190, which is 90% above the national average. Compared to the Albuquerque average, crime in Santa Barbara / Martineztown is 88% higher. Santa Barbara / Martineztown is safer than 1% of neighborhoods in Albuquerque.

Is Santa Barbara / Martineztown a safe neighborhood in Albuquerque?

Santa Barbara / Martineztown has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Murder (index: 194), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 161). It is one of the higher-crime neighborhoods in Albuquerque.

How does Santa Barbara / Martineztown compare to the rest of Albuquerque?

Santa Barbara / Martineztown's overall crime index is 190, compared to the Albuquerque average of 102. This means crime in Santa Barbara / Martineztown is 88% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 182, and for property crime it is 177. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Santa Barbara / Martineztown?

The most prevalent crime type in Santa Barbara / Martineztown is Murder, with a crime index of 194 (94% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Santa Barbara / Martineztown?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Wells Park, Citizens Improvement Community of Martineztown, Spruce Park and Downtown. These areas are close to Santa Barbara / Martineztown and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Santa Barbara / Martineztown?

Santa Barbara / Martineztown has a population of approximately 2,332. The median household income is $25,707. The median home value is $182,870. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Santa Barbara / Martineztown crime compare to the national average?

Santa Barbara / Martineztown's overall crime rate is 90% above the national average (index 190 vs 100). Within Albuquerque, it is safer than 1% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated May 2026.