Little Whale Cove Neighborhood, Depoe Bay

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Depoe Bay

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 151
51% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is Little Whale Cove Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Little Whale Cove in Depoe Bay, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. Little Whale Cove is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Depoe Bay.

Compared to the Depoe Bay average (crime index 133), Little Whale Cove is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 169 (69% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 89 (11% below avg)

Little Whale Cove Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
149 +49% Moderate
Robbery
169 +69% High
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
89 -11% Average
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

How Little Whale Cove Compares

Crime index by category: Little Whale Cove vs Depoe Bay average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Little Whale Cove Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Little Whale Cove Demographics & Context

Population
14
Median Income
$57,368
Home Value
$723,107
Median Age
59
Pop. Density
67/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.8%
Graduate Degree 11.6%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91%
Black 0%
Hispanic 5.5%
Asian 1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Little Whale Cove, Depoe Bay?

Little Whale Cove in Depoe Bay, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Compared to the Depoe Bay average, crime in Little Whale Cove is 0% lower. Little Whale Cove is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Depoe Bay.

Is Little Whale Cove a safe neighborhood in Depoe Bay?

Little Whale Cove is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Depoe Bay, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Depoe Bay.

How does Little Whale Cove compare to the rest of Depoe Bay?

Little Whale Cove's overall crime index is 133, compared to the Depoe Bay average of 133. This means crime in Little Whale Cove is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 151, and for property crime it is 100. 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 Little Whale Cove?

The most prevalent crime type in Little Whale Cove is Robbery, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Little Whale Cove?

Little Whale Cove has a population of approximately 14. The median household income is $57,368. The median home value is $723,107. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Little Whale Cove crime compare to the national average?

Little Whale Cove's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Depoe Bay, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. 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 April 2026.