Festival Hills Neighborhood, El Paso

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 5% of neighborhoods in El Paso

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 169 / 300 High
Violent Crime 154
54% above national avg
Property Crime 164
64% above national avg
City Ranking
5%
safer than other
El Paso neighborhoods

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Is Festival Hills Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. Festival Hills in El Paso, TX has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average of 100. Festival Hills is safer than 5% of neighborhoods in El Paso.

Compared to the El Paso average (crime index 95), Festival Hills is 74% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 185, 85% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 81).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 185 (85% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 81 (19% below avg)

Festival Hills Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
183 +83% High
Assault
168 +68% High
Robbery
185 +85% High
Rape
81 -19% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
184 +84% High
Vehicle Theft
170 +70% High

How Festival Hills Compares

Crime index by category: Festival Hills vs El Paso average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Festival Hills Crime Map

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Festival Hills Demographics & Context

Population
851
Median Income
$42,209
Home Value
$663,031
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
1,099/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 31.1%
Graduate Degree 21.7%

Housing

20%
80%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.3%
Black 5.5%
Hispanic 67.3%
Asian 3.7%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Lomas Del Rey Index: 177
B
Upper Mesa Hills Index: 132
A
Mesa Hills Index: 137
B+
Thunderbird Estates Index: 127
A
Mission Hills Index: 139
A-
Coronado Country Club Index: 118
A
Mountain Arroyos Index: 114
A
Buena Vista Index: 153
A-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Festival Hills, El Paso?

Festival Hills in El Paso, TX has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average. Compared to the El Paso average, crime in Festival Hills is 74% higher. Festival Hills is safer than 5% of neighborhoods in El Paso.

Is Festival Hills a safe neighborhood in El Paso?

Festival Hills is generally considered a safe neighborhood in El Paso, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 185), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 81).

How does Festival Hills compare to the rest of El Paso?

Festival Hills's overall crime index is 169, compared to the El Paso average of 95. This means crime in Festival Hills is 74% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 154, and for property crime it is 164. 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 Festival Hills?

The most prevalent crime type in Festival Hills is Robbery, with a crime index of 185 (85% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Festival Hills?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Lomas Del Rey, Upper Mesa Hills, Mesa Hills and Thunderbird Estates. These areas are close to Festival Hills and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Festival Hills?

Festival Hills has a population of approximately 851. The median household income is $42,209. The median home value is $663,031. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Festival Hills crime compare to the national average?

Festival Hills's overall crime rate is 69% above the national average (index 169 vs 100). Within El Paso, it is safer than 5% 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 March 2026.