Santa Fe Neighborhood, Emeryville
Crime Rate & Statistics
Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average
Safer than 83% of neighborhoods in Emeryville
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Is Santa Fe Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average. Santa Fe in Emeryville, CA has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. Santa Fe is safer than 83% of neighborhoods in Emeryville.
Compared to the Emeryville average (crime index 171), Santa Fe is 19% lower in overall crime.
Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111).
Santa Fe Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Emeryville city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
|
144 | +44% | Moderate | |
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Assault
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171 | +71% | High | |
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Robbery
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116 | +16% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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123 | +23% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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111 | +11% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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151 | +51% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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155 | +55% | High | |
How Santa Fe Compares
Crime index by category: Santa Fe vs Emeryville average vs national average.
Crime by Category
Overall Crime Comparison
Santa Fe Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Santa Fe Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Santa Fe, Emeryville?
Santa Fe in Emeryville, CA has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Compared to the Emeryville average, crime in Santa Fe is 19% lower. Santa Fe is safer than 83% of neighborhoods in Emeryville.
Is Santa Fe a safe neighborhood in Emeryville?
Santa Fe has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 171), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Emeryville.
How does Santa Fe compare to the rest of Emeryville?
Santa Fe's overall crime index is 152, compared to the Emeryville average of 171. This means crime in Santa Fe is 19% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 139, and for property crime it is 139. 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 Santa Fe?
The most prevalent crime type in Santa Fe is Assault, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Santa Fe?
Nearby neighborhoods include Gaskill, Paradise Park, Golden Gate, Longfellow. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Santa Fe?
Santa Fe has a population of approximately 3,452. The median household income is $50,936. The median home value is $1,110,861. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Santa Fe crime compare to the national average?
Santa Fe's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Emeryville, it is safer than 83% 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.