Crime Safety Grade

B

Fontana, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 83% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 14+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Fontana Safe?

With an overall crime index of 73, Fontana has a 27% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 301. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like West End earning an A+ grade while Promenade rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Fontana
73
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
73
27% below average
Violent Crime
83
17% below average
Property Crime
60
40% below average
Safe Areas
79%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Fontana

1 in 301

Property crime: 1 in 417

Where Is It Safe in Fontana?

Fontana Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 9% above avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 74% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 82 ▼ 18%
Assault Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Robbery Violent 94 ▼ 6%
Burglary Property 44 ▼ 56%
Larceny / Theft Property 26 ▼ 74%
Vehicle Theft Property 109 ▲ 9%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Fontana Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 West End A+ 18
2 Northgate A+ 35
3 Westgate A+ 16
4 Citrus Heights North A+ 21
5 California Landings A+ 26
6 Rancho Fontana A+ 24
7 Southridge Villages A 36
8 The Arboretum A- 56
9 South Park B 93
10 Sycamore Hills B 93
11 Downtown Fontana B- 142
12 Southwest Industrial Park C+ 136
13 Promenade C+ 140
14 Fontana Gateway C- 188

Fontana Crime by Zip Code

Fontana Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
212,704
Median Income
$75,681
Home Value
$393,877
Median Rent
$1,368
Home Ownership
66%

Racial Demographics

White
42.1%
Black
9.2%
Hispanic
73.6%
Asian
7.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fontana?
Fontana has an overall crime index of 73, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 79% of neighborhoods in Fontana are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fontana safe to live in?
Fontana 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 Fontana?
The safest neighborhoods in Fontana based on crime data include West End, Northgate, Westgate, Citrus Heights North, and California Landings. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fontana crime compare to the national average?
Fontana's overall crime index is 73 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% lower than the typical US city.

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