Crime Safety Grade

B+

Boynton Beach, FL Crime Rate

Higher crime than 60% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 41+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Boynton Beach Safe?

With an overall crime index of 119, Boynton Beach has a 19% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 236. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Ocean Harbour Estates earning an A+ grade while Martin Luther King, Jr. rates F+.

Crime Index Comparison

Boynton Beach
119
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
119
19% above average
Violent Crime
106
6% above average
Property Crime
114
14% above average
Safe Areas
90%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Boynton Beach

1 in 236

Property crime: 1 in 219

Where Is It Safe in Boynton Beach?

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Boynton Beach Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 31% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 9% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 97 ▼ 3%
Assault Violent 131 ▲ 31%
Robbery Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Burglary Property 114 ▲ 14%
Larceny / Theft Property 121 ▲ 21%
Vehicle Theft Property 108 ▲ 8%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Boynton Beach Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Ocean Harbour Estates A+ 150
2 Ocean Ridge Beach A+ 150
3 Ridge Harbour Estates A+ 150
4 Pelican Cove A+ 150
5 St. Andrew's Club A+ 150
6 Boynton Beach Park A+ 152
7 Briny Breezes A+ 167
8 Tropical Shores A+ 179
9 Inlet Cay A+ 164
10 McCormick Mile A+ 164
11 Hunters Run A 79
12 Bethesda Memorial Hospital A 66
13 Leisureville A 133
14 Golfview Harbour A 54
15 Golfview Harbour Townhouses A 54
16 Caloosa Regional Park A 65
17 The Meadows A 79
18 High Point A 177
19 Seacrest Scrub Natural Area A- 48
20 Boynton Beach Mall A- 80
21 Boynton Village A- 80
22 High Ridge Country Club A- 98
23 Boynton Hills A- 56
24 Ridgewood A- 56
25 Poinciana Heights A- 56
26 Parkside Village A- 100
27 Dos Lagos A- 100
28 Parkside Square A- 100
29 The Cove at Boynton Beach A- 72
30 Crystal Key A- 72
31 Aventine B+ 117
32 Los Mangos B+ 156
33 Forest Park Heights B+ 131
34 Quantum Village South B 144
35 Quantum Lake Villas B 144
36 Rolling Green Ridge B 109
37 Ocean District B- 149
38 Shepard Addition F+ 186
39 Martin Luther King, Jr. F+ 186
40 Arden Park F+ 186
41 Boynton Terrace F+ 186

Boynton Beach Crime by Zip Code

33473
A+ Index: 22
33472
A+ Index: 26
33437
A+ Index: 49
33436
A Index: 89
33426
A Index: 100
33435
B+ Index: 130

Boynton Beach Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
78,060
Median Income
$56,850
Home Value
$225,998
Median Rent
$1,551
Home Ownership
61%

Racial Demographics

White
70.2%
Black
21.5%
Hispanic
13%
Asian
2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Boynton Beach?
Boynton Beach has an overall crime index of 119, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 90% of neighborhoods in Boynton Beach are rated A or B for safety.
Is Boynton Beach safe to live in?
Boynton Beach 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 Boynton Beach?
The safest neighborhoods in Boynton Beach based on crime data include Ocean Harbour Estates, Ocean Ridge Beach, Ridge Harbour Estates, Pelican Cove, and St. Andrew's Club. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Boynton Beach crime compare to the national average?
Boynton Beach's overall crime index is 119 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 19% higher than the typical US city.

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