Fountain Hills Neighborhood, Fountain Hills

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest neighborhoods — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fountain Hills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 87 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 78
22% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Fountain Hills neighborhoods

Check a specific address

in Fountain Hills

Is Fountain Hills Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is extremely safe. Fountain Hills in Fountain Hills, AZ has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average of 100. Fountain Hills is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fountain Hills.

Compared to the Fountain Hills average (crime index 87), Fountain Hills is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 53).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 53 (47% below avg)

Fountain Hills Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
55 -45% Low
Assault
124 +24% Moderate
Robbery
93 -7% Average
Rape
53 -47% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
97 -3% Average
Larceny / Theft
75 -25% Low
Vehicle Theft
62 -38% Low

How Fountain Hills Compares

Crime index by category: Fountain Hills vs Fountain Hills average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Fountain Hills Crime Map

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

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

Fountain Hills Demographics & Context

Population
24,173
Median Income
$111,311
Home Value
$729,544
Median Age
57
Pop. Density
1,323/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.5%
Graduate Degree 16.3%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 4.5%
Asian 2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fountain Hills, Fountain Hills?

Fountain Hills in Fountain Hills, AZ has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average. Compared to the Fountain Hills average, crime in Fountain Hills is 0% lower. Fountain Hills is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fountain Hills.

Is Fountain Hills a safe neighborhood in Fountain Hills?

Fountain Hills is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fountain Hills, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 124), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fountain Hills.

How does Fountain Hills compare to the rest of Fountain Hills?

Fountain Hills's overall crime index is 87, compared to the Fountain Hills average of 87. This means crime in Fountain Hills is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 81, and for property crime it is 78. 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 Fountain Hills?

The most prevalent crime type in Fountain Hills is Assault, with a crime index of 124 (24% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Fountain Hills?

Fountain Hills has a population of approximately 24,173. The median household income is $111,311. The median home value is $729,544. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Fountain Hills crime compare to the national average?

Fountain Hills's overall crime rate is 13% below the national average (index 87 vs 100). Within Fountain Hills, 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.