Crime Safety Grade

B

Escondido, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 88% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 21+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Escondido Safe?

With an overall crime index of 64, Escondido has a 36% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 291. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Valley View earning an A+ grade while Central Escondido rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Escondido
64
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
64
36% below average
Violent Crime
86
14% below average
Property Crime
69
31% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Escondido

1 in 291

Property crime: 1 in 362

Where Is It Safe in Escondido?

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Escondido Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 31% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 38% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 62 ▼ 38%
Assault Violent 67 ▼ 33%
Robbery Violent 131 ▲ 31%
Burglary Property 62 ▼ 38%
Larceny / Theft Property 67 ▼ 33%
Vehicle Theft Property 77 ▼ 23%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Escondido Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Valley View A+ 39
2 San Pasqual A+ 24
3 Lake Hodges A+ 20
4 San Pasqual A+ 33
5 Cloverdale A 32
6 East Canyon A 30
7 North Ridge A 52
8 East Valley A 78
9 Jesmond Dene A 51
10 Daley Ranch A 60
11 Lake Wohlford A 68
12 East Grove A 63
13 Mesa Rock A 87
14 Felicita A 77
15 Vineyard A 77
16 Country Club A- 69
17 Midway A- 79
18 Kit Carson A- 96
19 North Broadway A- 92
20 West Ridge A- 100
21 Central Escondido B+ 112

Escondido Crime by Zip Code

92029
A Index: 73
92027
A- Index: 69
92026
A- Index: 96
92025
A- Index: 95

Escondido Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
150,396
Median Income
$65,326
Home Value
$470,317
Median Rent
$1,550
Home Ownership
51%

Racial Demographics

White
59.9%
Black
2.6%
Hispanic
45.3%
Asian
8.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Escondido?
Escondido has an overall crime index of 64, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Escondido are rated A or B for safety.
Is Escondido safe to live in?
Escondido has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Escondido?
The safest neighborhoods in Escondido based on crime data include Valley View, San Pasqual, Lake Hodges, San Pasqual, and Cloverdale. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Escondido crime compare to the national average?
Escondido's overall crime index is 64 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 36% lower than the typical US city.

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