Crime Safety Grade

B+

Fremont, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 98% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 28+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Fremont Safe?

With an overall crime index of 30, Fremont has a 70% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 500. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Northgate earning an A+ grade while Central / Downtown rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Fremont
30
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
30
70% below average
Violent Crime
50
50% below average
Property Crime
53
47% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Fremont

1 in 500

Property crime: 1 in 472

Where Is It Safe in Fremont?

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Fremont Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 24% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 65% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 39 ▼ 61%
Assault Violent 35 ▼ 65%
Robbery Violent 76 ▼ 24%
Burglary Property 45 ▼ 55%
Larceny / Theft Property 53 ▼ 47%
Vehicle Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Fremont Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Kimber / Gomes A+ 8
2 28 Palms A+ 16
3 Weibel A+ 3
4 Ardenwood A+ 12
5 Blacow A+ 15
6 Cameron Hills A+ 8
7 Warm Springs A+ 37
8 Vineyards / Avalon A+ 3
9 Northgate A+ 22
10 Mission Hills A+ 4
11 Mission Valley A+ 12
12 Lakes and Birds A+ 14
13 Glenmoor A 25
14 Grimmer A 41
15 Cabrillo A 36
16 Brookvale A 27
17 Cherry / Guardino A 26
18 Mission San Jose A 21
19 East Industrial A 39
20 Baylands A 38
21 Niles A- 45
22 South Sundale A- 50
23 Canyon Heights A- 37
24 Parkmont B+ 51
25 Irvington B+ 75
26 Sundale B+ 64
27 Centerville B+ 67
28 Central / Downtown B+ 50

Fremont Crime by Zip Code

94539
A Index: 16
94555
A Index: 17
94536
A- Index: 41
94538
A- Index: 50

Fremont Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
234,829
Median Income
$142,374
Home Value
$1,001,870
Median Rent
$2,453
Home Ownership
61%

Racial Demographics

White
24.4%
Black
2.8%
Hispanic
15.1%
Asian
57.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fremont?
Fremont has an overall crime index of 30, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Fremont are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fremont safe to live in?
Fremont 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 Fremont?
The safest neighborhoods in Fremont based on crime data include Northgate, Mission Hills, Kimber / Gomes, Mission Valley, and Cameron Hills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fremont crime compare to the national average?
Fremont's overall crime index is 30 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 70% lower than the typical US city.

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