Crime Safety Grade

A+

Aurora, CO Crime Rate

Lower crime than 90% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 117+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Aurora Safe?

With an overall crime index of 58, Aurora has a 42% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 397. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Siena earning an A+ grade while Aurora Hills Golf Course rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Aurora
58
Colorado Avg
114
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
58
42% below average
Violent Crime
63
37% below average
Property Crime
71
29% below average
Safe Areas
96%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Aurora

1 in 397

Property crime: 1 in 352

Where Is It Safe in Aurora?

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Aurora Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 16% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 54% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 59 ▼ 41%
Assault Violent 46 ▼ 54%
Robbery Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Burglary Property 67 ▼ 33%
Larceny / Theft Property 74 ▼ 26%
Vehicle Theft Property 71 ▼ 29%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Aurora Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Siena A+ 11
2 Legacy Park A+ 7
3 Plains Conservation Center A+ 37
4 Arapahoe Meadows A+ 23
5 Chenango A+ 10
6 Chapparal A+ 23
7 Saddle Rock A+ 27
8 Arapahoe Heights A+ 22
9 Antelope A+ 23
10 Windmill Creek Reserve A+ 14
11 Wheatlands A+ 0
12 Cherry Creek East A+ 10
13 Conservatory A+ 46
14 Kragelund Acres A+ 10
15 Valley Club Acres A+ 10
16 Greenfield Masters A+ 3
17 Tollgate Crossing A+ 0
18 Blackstone A+ 0
19 Southshore A+ 0
20 Estancia A+ 23
21 Sorrel Ranch A+ 18
22 Serenity Ridge A+ 0
23 Jackson Farm A+ 10
24 Lakeshore A+ 30
25 Parkborough A+ 14
26 Park View A+ 15
27 Fairfield Village A+ 11
28 East Quincy Highlands A+ 29
29 Cross Creek A+ 0
30 Smoky Hill A+ 38
31 Beacon Point A+ 0
32 Adonea A+ 0
33 Tallyn's Reach A+ 4
34 Piney Creek Ranches A+ 3
35 Piney Creek A+ 8
36 Saddle Rock Ridge A+ 15
37 Allred A+ 11
38 Country Village A+ 11
39 Creekview A+ 0
40 Dove Hill A+ 27
41 Greenfield A+ 3
42 Hampden Villas A+ 28
43 Saddle Rock Highlands A+ 20
44 Spring Creek Meadows A+ 26
45 Stage Run A+ 11
46 The Farm A+ 6
47 Tuscany A+ 14
48 Copperleaf A+ 7
49 Willow Trace A+ 10
50 Foxfield A+ 12
51 Traditions A+ 0
52 Trail Ridge A+ 6
53 Smoky Ridge A+ 12
54 Saddle Rock Ranches A+ 4
55 Heritage Eagle Bend A+ 47
56 Thunderbird Estates A 48
57 Shenandoah A 41
58 Fox Hill A 35
59 Meadow Wood A 52
60 Ridgeview Glen A 50
61 Murphy Creek A 37
62 Seven Hills A 53
63 Mesa A 33
64 Kirkegaard Acres A 66
65 Gun Club Estates A 66
66 Sterling Hills A 44
67 Pride Crossing A 60
68 Friendly Village A 65
69 Mission Viejo A 83
70 Willow Park A 38
71 Peterson A 60
72 Northeast A 71
73 Heather Gardens A 128
74 Highpoint A 52
75 Carriage Place A 62
76 Tower Triangle A 67
77 Kingsborough A 59
78 Side Creek A 61
79 Southeast Crossing A 50
80 Rocking Horse A 153
81 Morris Heights A 70
82 Pheasant Run A 100
83 Aurora Knolls / Hutchinson Heights A 85
84 Dam East / West A- 109
85 Village East A- 68
86 East Ridge / Ptarmigan Park A- 112
87 Meadow Hills A- 123
88 Hampden Hills A- 99
89 Aurora Highlands A- 75
90 Aurora Hills A- 91
91 Buckley Air Force Base A- 83
92 Horseshoe Park A- 103
93 Rocky Ridge B+ 91
94 Norfolk Glen B+ 117
95 Utah Park B+ 102
96 Sable Altura Chambers B+ 115
97 Lynn Knoll B+ 96
98 Del Mar Parkway B+ 122
99 Center Pointe B+ 104
100 Tollgate Overlook B+ 124
101 Chambers Heights B+ 118
102 Highland Park B+ 105
103 Hoffman Heights / Jewell Heights B+ 121
104 Highline / Expo B+ 116
105 Park Villas B 166
106 Kennedy B 138
107 Aurora City Center B 126
108 Centretech B- 140
109 Heather Ridge B- 157
110 Northwest Aurora B- 156
111 Fitzsimons B- 171
112 Sable Ridge B- 138
113 Highline Villages C+ 145
114 Laredo Highline C+ 142
115 Aurora City Center North C+ 165
116 Sunny Vale C- 169
117 Aurora Hills Golf Course C- 188

Aurora Crime by Zip Code

80016
A+ Index: 18
80018
A+ Index: 29
80015
A Index: 38
80019
A Index: 61
80013
A- Index: 62
80014
A- Index: 119
80017
B+ Index: 93
80011
B+ Index: 112
80012
B+ Index: 113
80045
B+ Index: 150
80010
B Index: 140

Aurora Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
379,434
Median Income
$67,723
Home Value
$321,520
Median Rent
$1,401
Home Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

White
56.7%
Black
16.9%
Hispanic
26.9%
Asian
7.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Aurora?
Aurora has an overall crime index of 58, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 96% of neighborhoods in Aurora are rated A or B for safety.
Is Aurora safe to live in?
Aurora has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Aurora?
The safest neighborhoods in Aurora based on crime data include Siena, Dove Hill, Hampden Villas, Creekview, and Allred. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Aurora crime compare to the national average?
Aurora's overall crime index is 58 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 42% lower than the typical US city.

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