Crime Safety Grade

A

Brentwood, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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
43
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

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?

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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