Is Brentwood Safe?
With an overall crime index of 43, Brentwood has a 57% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 446. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Edgewood earning an A+ grade while Barrington rates C-.
Crime Index Comparison
Brentwood
California Avg
National Avg
100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.
Crime Index
43
57% below average
Violent Crime
56
44% below average
Property Crime
58
42% below average
Safe Areas
89%
Neighborhoods rated A or B
Your chance of violent crime in Brentwood
1 in 446
Property crime: 1 in 431
Where Is It Safe in Brentwood?
Safest Neighborhoods
1
A+
2
A+
3
A+
4
A
5
A
6
A
7
A
8
A
9
C-
Edgewood
Median income: $122,159
Apple Hill Estates
Median income: $119,602
Shadow Lakes
Median income: $150,189
Summerset
Median income: $94,427
Vineyards at Marsh Creek
Median income: $128,643
Deer Ridge Country Club
Median income: $128,683
Brentwood Towncenter
Median income: $72,783
Garin Ranch
Median income: $119,446
Barrington
Median income: $78,712
Areas with Higher Crime
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Brentwood Crime Breakdown
Highest Risk
Robbery · 24% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 58% below avg
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Violent | 42 | ▼ 58% | |
| Assault Violent | 50 | ▼ 50% | |
| Robbery Violent | 76 | ▼ 24% | |
| Burglary Property | 52 | ▼ 48% | |
| Larceny / Theft Property | 57 | ▼ 43% | |
| Vehicle Theft Property | 64 | ▼ 36% |
Violent vs Property Crime
Neighborhood Safety Distribution
All Brentwood Neighborhoods
| # | Neighborhood | Grade | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edgewood | A+ | 0 |
| 2 | Apple Hill Estates | A+ | 32 |
| 3 | Shadow Lakes | A+ | 0 |
| 4 | Summerset | A | 28 |
| 5 | Vineyards at Marsh Creek | A | 40 |
| 6 | Deer Ridge Country Club | A | 40 |
| 7 | Brentwood Towncenter | A | 39 |
| 8 | Garin Ranch | A | 45 |
| 9 | Barrington | C- | 163 |
Brentwood Crime by Zip Code
Brentwood Demographics & Cost of Living
Population
63,013
Median Income
$113,298
Home Value
$609,557
Median Rent
$2,215
Home Ownership
79%
Racial Demographics
White
57.4%
Black
7.5%
Hispanic
28.7%
Asian
11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Brentwood?
Brentwood has an overall crime index of 43, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 89% of neighborhoods in Brentwood are rated A or B for safety.
Is Brentwood safe to live in?
Brentwood 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 Brentwood?
The safest neighborhoods in Brentwood based on crime data include Edgewood, Apple Hill Estates, Shadow Lakes, Summerset, and Vineyards at Marsh Creek. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Brentwood crime compare to the national average?
Brentwood's overall crime index is 43 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 57% lower than the typical US city.
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