Crime Safety Grade

A+

Friendswood, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 72% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

Is Friendswood Safe?

With an overall crime index of 90, Friendswood has a 10% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 357. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Heritage Park earning an A grade while Heritage Park rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Friendswood
90
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
90
10% below average
Violent Crime
70
30% below average
Property Crime
76
24% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Friendswood

1 in 357

Property crime: 1 in 329

Where Is It Safe in Friendswood?

Friendswood Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 13% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 57% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Assault Violent 43 ▼ 57%
Robbery Violent 54 ▼ 46%
Burglary Property 75 ▼ 25%
Larceny / Theft Property 84 ▼ 16%
Vehicle Theft Property 70 ▼ 30%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Friendswood Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Heritage Park A 45
2 Autumn Lakes A- 112
3 Autumn Creek A- 112

Friendswood Crime by Zip Code

Friendswood Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
39,893
Median Income
$108,135
Home Value
$300,656
Median Rent
$1,394
Home Ownership
77%

Racial Demographics

White
78.6%
Black
6%
Hispanic
16.6%
Asian
8.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Friendswood?
Friendswood has an overall crime index of 90, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Friendswood are rated A or B for safety.
Is Friendswood safe to live in?
Friendswood has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Friendswood?
The safest neighborhoods in Friendswood based on crime data include Heritage Park, Autumn Lakes, and Autumn Creek. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Friendswood crime compare to the national average?
Friendswood's overall crime index is 90 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 10% lower than the typical US city.

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