Bay Point, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Bay Point Safe?
No — crime is noticeably above average
Choosing the right neighborhood is critical for personal safety.
Bay Point has a crime rate that is 83% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 179.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 179
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
47% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 26
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
110% higher than national average
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Bay Point Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
190 | +90% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
123 | +23% | Moderate | |
|
Robbery
|
205 | +105% | High | |
|
Rape
|
203 | +103% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
161 | +61% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
193 | +93% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
219 | +119% | High | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Bay Point Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Bay Point Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Bay Point, CA?
Bay Point, CA has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 83% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 179 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 26 chance for property crime. Bay Point has higher crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Bay Point, CA safe to live in?
Bay Point has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Bay Point is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Bay Point?
The estimated violent crime rate in Bay Point is 559.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 47% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 179 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 9.5 per 100K (90% above average); aggravated assault at 330.8 per 100K (23% above average); robbery at 151.1 per 100K (105% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Bay Point?
The estimated property crime rate in Bay Point is 3,839.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 110% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 26 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 433.5 per 100K (61% above average); larceny/theft at 2,707.7 per 100K (93% above average); vehicle theft at 698.5 per 100K (119% above average).
How does Bay Point crime compare to the national average?
Bay Point's overall crime rate is 83% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is vehicle theft (119% above average), while assault is 23% above average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Bay Point has higher crime than 94% of them.
Is Bay Point safe to visit?
Visitors to Bay Point should be cautious, especially in high-crime neighborhoods. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 110% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Bay Point crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Bay Point's crime rate is 83% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Bay Point?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Bay Point, with an estimated rate of 2,707.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 93% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (3,840 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (560 per 100K) in Bay Point, which is consistent with national trends.