Crime Safety Grade

A

Boca Raton, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 83% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 48+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Boca Raton Safe?

With an overall crime index of 73, Boca Raton has a 27% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 301. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Seasons earning an A+ grade while Delray Manors rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Boca Raton
73
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
73
27% below average
Violent Crime
83
17% below average
Property Crime
92
8% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Boca Raton

1 in 301

Property crime: 1 in 272

Where Is It Safe in Boca Raton?

Boca Raton Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 3% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 32% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Assault Violent 83 ▼ 17%
Robbery Violent 96 ▼ 4%
Burglary Property 86 ▼ 14%
Larceny / Theft Property 103 ▲ 3%
Vehicle Theft Property 86 ▼ 14%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Boca Raton Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Boca Isles A+ 8
2 The Shores at Boca Raton A+ 5
3 Bocar A+ 23
4 Seasons A+ 22
5 Mission Bay A+ 20
6 Tunison Palms A+ 11
7 Old Floresta Historic District A+ 11
8 Boca Falls A+ 8
9 Boca Winds A+ 20
10 University Park A+ 10
11 Boca Grove Plantation A+ 44
12 Royal Palm Polo A+ 67
13 Woodfield Hunt Club A+ 36
14 Woodfield Country Club A+ 56
15 Boca Raton Square A+ 38
16 Boca West Country Club A+ 126
17 Hidden Valley A+ 59
18 St. Andrew's Country Club A+ 39
19 Horseshoe Acres A+ 32
20 The Oaks A+ 32
21 Boca Chase A+ 25
22 The Lakes at Boca Raton A+ 49
23 Boca Pointe A+ 86
24 Pheasant Walk A+ 53
25 Arvida Park of Commerce A+ 53
26 Lake Boca Raton A+ 142
27 Red Reef Park A+ 132
28 Bel Marra A+ 111
29 Boca Keys A+ 111
30 The Estates A+ 135
31 Broken Sound Country Club A+ 94
32 Boca Raton Riviera A+ 135
33 Boca Bay Colony A 66
34 Boca Harbour A 66
35 Walker's Cay A 66
36 Boca Raton Resort & Club A 113
37 Mizner Village A 111
38 Holiday City A 50
39 Boca Lago Country Club A 131
40 Ocean Breeze Golf Club A 157
41 Via Mizner Golf & Country Club A 138
42 Mizner Trail A 127
43 Sandalfoot Cove A- 89
44 Villa Rica A- 96
45 Delray Manors A- 110
46 5th Avenue Estates B+ 133
47 Lincoln Court B+ 133
48 Pearl City Historic District B+ 133

Boca Raton Crime by Zip Code

Boca Raton Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
98,776
Median Income
$84,445
Home Value
$479,056
Median Rent
$1,837
Home Ownership
68%

Racial Demographics

White
84.8%
Black
6%
Hispanic
14.7%
Asian
3.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Boca Raton?
Boca Raton has an overall crime index of 73, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Boca Raton are rated A or B for safety.
Is Boca Raton safe to live in?
Boca Raton has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Boca Raton?
The safest neighborhoods in Boca Raton based on crime data include Seasons, Old Floresta Historic District, Mission Bay, Tunison Palms, and Boca Winds. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Boca Raton crime compare to the national average?
Boca Raton's overall crime index is 73 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% lower than the typical US city.

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