Crime Safety Grade

A-

Buckeye, AZ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 85% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 13+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Buckeye Safe?

With an overall crime index of 69, Buckeye has a 31% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 417. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Sundance earning an A+ grade while Tartesso West rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Buckeye
69
Arizona Avg
117
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
69
31% below average
Violent Crime
60
40% below average
Property Crime
47
53% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Buckeye

1 in 417

Property crime: 1 in 532

Where Is It Safe in Buckeye?

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Buckeye Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 22% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 73% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 60 ▼ 40%
Assault Violent 43 ▼ 57%
Robbery Violent 78 ▼ 22%
Burglary Property 73 ▼ 27%
Larceny / Theft Property 27 ▼ 73%
Vehicle Theft Property 42 ▼ 58%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Buckeye Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Sundance A+ 12
2 Pasqualetti Mountain Ranch A+ 25
3 Valencia Heights A+ 25
4 Blue Horizons A+ 32
5 Sun City Festival A+ 125
6 Festival Foothills A+ 125
7 Verrado A 49
8 Elianto A 75
9 Tartesso A 80
10 Sienna Hills A 79
11 Sun Valley South A 85
12 Tartesso West A 83
13 Cipriani A- 103

Buckeye Crime by Zip Code

85396
A Index: 68
85326
A Index: 51

Buckeye Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
74,467
Median Income
$79,156
Home Value
$246,191
Median Rent
$1,320
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
60.2%
Black
7.2%
Hispanic
40.6%
Asian
2.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Buckeye?
Buckeye has an overall crime index of 69, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Buckeye are rated A or B for safety.
Is Buckeye safe to live in?
Buckeye has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Buckeye?
The safest neighborhoods in Buckeye based on crime data include Sundance, Pasqualetti Mountain Ranch, Valencia Heights, Blue Horizons, and Sun City Festival. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Buckeye crime compare to the national average?
Buckeye's overall crime index is 69 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 31% lower than the typical US city.

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