Crime Safety Grade

B

Bakersfield, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 81% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 100+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Bakersfield Safe?

With an overall crime index of 76, Bakersfield has a 24% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 281. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Hampton Woods earning an A+ grade while Casa Loma rates C.

Crime Index Comparison

Bakersfield
76
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
76
24% below average
Violent Crime
89
11% below average
Property Crime
91
9% below average
Safe Areas
96%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Bakersfield

1 in 281

Property crime: 1 in 275

Where Is It Safe in Bakersfield?

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Bakersfield Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 5% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 26% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Assault Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Robbery Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Burglary Property 86 ▼ 14%
Larceny / Theft Property 95 ▼ 5%
Vehicle Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Bakersfield Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Hampton Woods A+ 9
2 Stone Creek A+ 16
3 Avalon A+ 16
4 Nottingham Estates A+ 16
5 Silver Creek A+ 24
6 Country Rose A+ 22
7 Westlakes A+ 16
8 Artisan A+ 0
9 Terra Vista A+ 0
10 Castle Ranch A+ 28
11 Southern Oaks A+ 10
12 Stonegate A+ 13
13 Tevis Ranch A+ 16
14 Stone Meadows A+ 22
15 Stockdale West A+ 35
16 Legacy A+ 34
17 Shiloh Estates A+ 34
18 Brimhall Estates A+ 24
19 Belsera A+ 44
20 Stockdale Country Club A+ 28
21 Crystal Ranch A+ 37
22 Villages of Brimhall A 29
23 Highland Knolls A 62
24 Redwood Estates A 51
25 Westdale North A 51
26 Emerald Estates A 44
27 Fox Run A 35
28 Madison Grove A 30
29 Campus Park A 46
30 Fruitvale A 62
31 River Oaks A 38
32 Seven Oaks at Grand Island A 38
33 Polo Grounds A 68
34 The Seasons A 34
35 Stockdale Estates A 89
36 Castle King Estates A 56
37 Round Mountain Road A 127
38 Brighton A 30
39 Masterpiece Estates A 54
40 Rosedale A 67
41 Ridgewiew Estates A 34
42 Buck Owens Boulevard A 107
43 San Lauren A 83
44 Westdale Classics A 71
45 Rio Bravo Country Club A 125
46 Eagle Ranch A 40
47 San Trope A 40
48 The Oaks A 43
49 Seven Oaks A 21
50 Riverlakes A 41
51 Panorama A 121
52 Mountain Meadows A 50
53 Choctaw Valley A 124
54 Greenacres A 92
55 Olive Drive Area A 111
56 Parkview Estates A 130
57 Meadow View A 130
58 Greenfield A 50
59 Amberton A 67
60 Park Avenue A 61
61 42nd Street A 61
62 Rexland Acres A 50
63 Tuscany A 76
64 Kern City A 132
65 North Country Meadows A 176
66 Panorama Heights A 102
67 Bakersfield Country Club A 41
68 Mobile Town A- 177
69 Quailwood A- 95
70 Oildale A- 166
71 Stockdale Greens A- 85
72 Riviera / Westchester A- 131
73 Pheasant Run A- 97
74 City in the Hills A- 105
75 Morning Start A- 105
76 Hillcrest A- 79
77 South San Lauren A- 130
78 Laurelglen A- 123
79 Fairway Oaks A- 108
80 Oakridge A- 86
81 Benton Park A- 95
82 Sagepointe A- 93
83 Baker Street A- 108
84 La Cresta / Alta Vista A- 105
85 Haggin Oaks B+ 87
86 Eastridge Estates B+ 103
87 Spice Tract B+ 119
88 Tyner Homes B+ 92
89 Southgate B+ 114
90 College Heights B+ 112
91 Cottonwood B+ 104
92 Old Town Kern B+ 124
93 Park Stockdale B 120
94 Lakeview B 126
95 East Bakersfield B 132
96 CSU Bakersfield B- 161
97 Homaker Park C+ 177
98 Oleander / Sunset C+ 159
99 Downtown Bakersfield C+ 194
100 Casa Loma C 161

Bakersfield Crime by Zip Code

93314
A Index: 38
93311
A Index: 39
93312
A Index: 46
93308
A Index: 129
93313
A Index: 47
93306
A- Index: 79
93309
A- Index: 120
93307
A- Index: 86
93305
A- Index: 122
93304
B+ Index: 122
93301
B+ Index: 162

Bakersfield Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
556,892
Median Income
$65,687
Home Value
$256,533
Median Rent
$1,124
Home Ownership
59%

Racial Demographics

White
59.7%
Black
6.7%
Hispanic
52.3%
Asian
5.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield has an overall crime index of 76, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 96% of neighborhoods in Bakersfield are rated A or B for safety.
Is Bakersfield safe to live in?
Bakersfield has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Bakersfield?
The safest neighborhoods in Bakersfield based on crime data include Hampton Woods, Nottingham Estates, Country Rose, Terra Vista, and Stone Meadows. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Bakersfield crime compare to the national average?
Bakersfield's overall crime index is 76 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 24% lower than the typical US city.

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