Cathedral Palms Neighborhood, Cathedral City

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: Cathedral Palms, Cathedral City Crime Rate (2026)

Cathedral Palms, Cathedral City, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 96% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 24, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 196 / 300 High

Violent Crime 85

15% below national avg

Property Crime 134

34% above national avg

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Is Cathedral Palms Safe?

Mixed — the grade is relative to other neighborhoods, but crime is above the national average. Cathedral Palms in Cathedral City, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Cathedral City average (crime index 130), Cathedral Palms is 66% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 198, 98% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 5). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 198 (98% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 5 (95% below avg)

Cathedral Palms Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Cathedral City city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Cathedral City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	131	+31%	+3%	Moderate
Assault	198	+98%	+85%	High
Robbery	5	-95%	-69%	Low
Rape	6	-94%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	192	+92%	+89%	High
Larceny / Theft	144	+44%	+41%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	66	-34%	-51%	Low

How Cathedral Palms Compares

Crime index by category: Cathedral Palms vs Cathedral City average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Cathedral Palms Crime Map

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Cathedral Palms Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$73,155

Home Value

$262,302

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,508/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22%

Graduate Degree 11.1%

Housing

80%

20%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.4%

Black 0.2%

Hispanic 9.4%

Asian 5%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Downtown Cathedral City Index: 192

C+

The Canyon Index: 178

Cove Index: 180

Whitewater Index: 131

Outpost Index: 94

A-

Candlewood Villas Index: 61

Canyon Shores Index: 73

Campanile Index: 58

A-

Cathedral Palms Crime Map

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Cathedral City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Cathedral Palms, Cathedral City?

Cathedral Palms in Cathedral City, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average. Compared to the Cathedral City average, crime in Cathedral Palms is 66% higher.

Is Cathedral Palms a safe neighborhood in Cathedral City?

Cathedral Palms has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 198), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 5).

How does Cathedral Palms compare to the rest of Cathedral City?

Cathedral Palms's overall crime index is 196, compared to the Cathedral City average of 130. This means crime in Cathedral Palms is 66% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 85, and for property crime it is 134. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Cathedral Palms?

The most common crime type in Cathedral Palms is Assault, with a crime index of 198 (98% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Cathedral Palms?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include The Canyon, Cove, Whitewater and Outpost. These areas are close to Cathedral Palms and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Cathedral Palms?

Cathedral Palms has a population of approximately 33. The median household income is $73,155. The median home value is $262,302. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Cathedral Palms crime compare to the national average?

Cathedral Palms's overall crime rate is 96% above the national average (index 196 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated October 2026.