Crime Safety Grade

A-

Burlingame, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 91% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 27+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Burlingame Safe?

With an overall crime index of 55, Burlingame has a 45% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 342. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Lakeview earning an A+ grade while North Burlingame / Rollings Road rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Burlingame
55
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
55
45% below average
Violent Crime
73
27% below average
Property Crime
62
38% below average
Safe Areas
93%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Burlingame

1 in 342

Property crime: 1 in 403

Where Is It Safe in Burlingame?

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Burlingame Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 11% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 47% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 55 ▼ 45%
Assault Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Robbery Violent 89 ▼ 11%
Burglary Property 53 ▼ 47%
Larceny / Theft Property 69 ▼ 31%
Vehicle Theft Property 64 ▼ 36%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Burlingame Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Hillsborough Park A+ 0
2 Tobin Clark Estate A+ 4
3 Parrot Drive A+ 1
4 Lakeview A+ 1
5 Carolands A+ 0
6 Homeplace A+ 10
7 Hillsborough Heights A+ 5
8 Hillsborough Knolls A+ 1
9 Hillsborough Oaksbridge A+ 4
10 Skyfarm A+ 0
11 Brewer Subdivision / Upland A 20
12 Ryan Tract A 21
13 Burlingame Hills A 8
14 Easton Addition A 57
15 Burlingame Terrace A 64
16 Burlingables A 70
17 Burlingame Village A 52
18 Mills Estates A- 39
19 Burlingame Grove A- 76
20 Burlingame Park A- 111
21 Burlingame Gardens A- 95
22 Ray Park B+ 80
23 Lyon Hoag B+ 132
24 Bayfront B- 161
25 Downtown Burlingame B- 172
26 North Burlingame / Rollings Road C+ 147
27 Burlingame Plaza C 159

Burlingame Crime by Zip Code

94010
A Index: 66

Burlingame Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
30,071
Median Income
$138,344
Home Value
$1,923,800
Median Rent
$2,305
Home Ownership
51%

Racial Demographics

White
57.3%
Black
0.9%
Hispanic
10.4%
Asian
30.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Burlingame?
Burlingame has an overall crime index of 55, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 93% of neighborhoods in Burlingame are rated A or B for safety.
Is Burlingame safe to live in?
Burlingame 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 Burlingame?
The safest neighborhoods in Burlingame based on crime data include Lakeview, Parrot Drive, Hillsborough Park, Hillsborough Knolls, and Hillsborough Oaksbridge. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Burlingame crime compare to the national average?
Burlingame's overall crime index is 55 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 45% lower than the typical US city.

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