Crime Safety Grade

A

Dana Point, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 87% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Dana Point Safe?

With an overall crime index of 66, Dana Point has a 34% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 338. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Pacific Island Villas earning an A grade while Monarch Bay Terrace rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Dana Point
66
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
66
34% below average
Violent Crime
74
26% below average
Property Crime
77
23% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Dana Point

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 325

Where Is It Safe in Dana Point?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Monarch Bay Terrace
A
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Dana Point Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 71% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 82% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 35 ▼ 65%
Assault Violent 171 ▲ 71%
Robbery Violent 18 ▼ 82%
Burglary Property 104 ▲ 4%
Larceny / Theft Property 99 ▼ 1%
Vehicle Theft Property 29 ▼ 71%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Dana Point Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Pacific Island Villas A 69
2 Monarch Bay Terrace A 63

Dana Point Crime by Zip Code

92629
A Index: 107

Dana Point Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
33,782
Median Income
$105,250
Home Value
$922,703
Median Rent
$2,219
Home Ownership
63%

Racial Demographics

White
83.3%
Black
1.2%
Hispanic
16.9%
Asian
4.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Dana Point?
Dana Point has an overall crime index of 66, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Dana Point are rated A or B for safety.
Is Dana Point safe to live in?
Dana Point 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 Dana Point?
The safest neighborhoods in Dana Point based on crime data include Pacific Island Villas, and Monarch Bay Terrace. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Dana Point crime compare to the national average?
Dana Point's overall crime index is 66 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 34% lower than the typical US city.

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