Crime Safety Grade

Council Bluffs, IA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 50% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 55+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Council Bluffs Safe?

With an overall crime index of 111, Council Bluffs has a 11% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 227. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Deerfield earning an A+ grade while Bayliss Park rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Council Bluffs

111

Iowa Avg

114

National Avg

100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index

111

11% above average

Violent Crime

110

10% above average

Property Crime

124

24% above average

Safe Areas

100%

Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Council Bluffs

1 in 227

Property crime: 1 in 202

Where Is It Safe in Council Bluffs?

Safest Neighborhoods

Deerfield

Median income: $98,186

A+ 2

The Hills of Cedar Creek

Median income: $126,222

A+ 3

Ridge View

Median income: $98,114

A+ 4

Glen Oaks

Median income: $127,616

A+ 5

Tara Hills

Median income: $98,269

A+ 6

Briarwood

Median income: $127,616

A+ 7

Forest Glen

Median income: $118,118

A+ 8

Ferndale

Median income: $117,508

A+ 9

Twin City

Median income: $77,562

A+ 10

Green Meadows

Median income: $99,744

A+

Areas with Higher Crime

A- 2

A 3

A 4

A 5

A 6

A 7

A 8

A 9

A 10

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Council Bluffs Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · 36% above avg

Lowest Risk

Burglary · 4% above avg

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Iowa
Murder Violent	110	▲ 10%	▼ 4%
Assault Violent	114	▲ 14%	▲ 3%
Robbery Violent	107	▲ 7%	▼ 23%
Burglary Property	104	▲ 4%	▼ 18%
Larceny / Theft Property	136	▲ 36%	▲ 76%
Vehicle Theft Property	133	▲ 33%	▲ 48%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Council Bluffs Neighborhoods

#	Neighborhood	Grade	Crime Index	Median Income
1	The Hills of Cedar Creek	A+	16	$126,222
2	Briarwood	A+	5	$127,616
3	Glen Oaks	A+	5	$127,616
4	Tara Hills	A+	11	$98,269
5	Deerfield	A+	12	$98,186
6	Ridge View	A+	12	$98,114
7	Forest Glen	A+	22	$118,118
8	Ferndale	A+	23	$117,508
9	Twin City	A+	56	$77,562
10	Green Meadows	A+	60	$99,744
11	Whispering Woods	A+	110	$73,337
12	Arbor	A+	99	$87,322
13	Scarlet Oaks	A+	111	$76,205
14	Peterson Park	A+	79	$74,483
15	Timbercrest	A+	105	$84,885
16	Kimball Park	A+	118	$85,910
17	Valley View	A+	118	$70,716
18	Roberts Park	A+	106	$67,385
19	Stan Bahnsen Park	A	62	$53,069
20	Oakridge Estates	A	106	$61,685
21	McPherson Hills	A	103	$83,544
22	Lincoln-Dell	A	141	$61,724
23	Lake Manawa	A	100	$66,541
24	Forest Park	A	149	$57,693
25	Kenmore / Keeline	A	149	$57,692
26	McKenzie Avenue	A	163	$70,346
27	East View Loop	A	161	$59,136
28	Prospect Park	A	121	$70,581
29	Lincoln / Fairview	A	130	$59,290
30	Fairmount Park	A	147	$73,659
31	Mynster Springs	A	133	$67,989
32	Trolley Park	A	114	$59,459
33	Bluffs Peak	A	129	$81,780
34	Bluffs Acres	A	147	$54,409
35	Vincent Bluff	A	133	$78,366
36	North Broadway	A	148	$56,769
37	Northgate	A	96	$55,050
38	Wickham	A	136	$66,053
39	The Heights	A	120	$49,970
40	Westwood Park	A	134	$53,032
41	Sunset Park	A	134	$59,121
42	Cochran Park	A	98	$49,260
43	Zaigur	A	119	$61,169
44	Kanesville / Tinley	A	119	$48,092
45	Woodbury Woods	A	148	$75,862
46	Highclere	A	148	$75,862
47	Thallas	A	148	$75,859
48	Playland Park	A	169	$72,361
49	Gibraltar	A	174	$50,133
50	Malmore Park	A	159	$39,699
51	Riverside	A	164	$50,048
52	Sherwood	A	134	$56,424
53	Chapel Ridge	A	157	$107,527
54	The Seven and Fox Run	A	157	$107,766
55	Bayliss Park	A-	168	$34,769

Council Bluffs Crime by Zip Code

Council Bluffs Demographics & Cost of Living

Population

62,376

Median Income

$53,449

Home Value

$121,417

Median Rent

$860

Home Ownership

63%

Racial Demographics

White

88.6%

Black

2.1%

Hispanic

9.3%

Asian

1.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Council Bluffs?

Council Bluffs has an overall crime index of 111, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Council Bluffs are rated A or B for safety.

Is Council Bluffs safe to live in?

Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs?

The safest neighborhoods in Council Bluffs based on crime data include Deerfield, The Hills of Cedar Creek, Ridge View, Glen Oaks, and Tara Hills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.

How does Council Bluffs crime compare to the national average?

Council Bluffs's overall crime index is 111 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 11% higher than the typical US city.

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