Garden Acres, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 50% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Garden Acres Safe?
Mostly yes — Garden Acres is fairly safe
Crime is slightly below the national average, though some areas may vary.
Garden Acres has a crime rate that is 20% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 345.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 345
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
24% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 35
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
54% higher than national average
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Garden Acres Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
82 | -18% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
125 | +25% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
111 | +11% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
135 | +35% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
145 | +45% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
133 | +33% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Garden Acres Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Garden Acres Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Garden Acres, CA?
Garden Acres, CA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 20% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 345 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 35 chance for property crime. Garden Acres has lower crime than 50% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Garden Acres, CA safe to live in?
Garden Acres is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Garden Acres is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Garden Acres?
The estimated violent crime rate in Garden Acres is 290.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 24% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 345 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 4.1 per 100K (18% below average); aggravated assault at 156.0 per 100K (42% below average); robbery at 92.5 per 100K (25% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Garden Acres?
The estimated property crime rate in Garden Acres is 2,827.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 35 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 365.1 per 100K (35% above average); larceny/theft at 2,038.8 per 100K (45% above average); vehicle theft at 423.3 per 100K (33% above average).
How does Garden Acres crime compare to the national average?
Garden Acres's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (45% above average), while assault is 42% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Garden Acres has lower crime than 50% of them.
Is Garden Acres safe to visit?
Garden Acres is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 54% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Garden Acres crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Garden Acres's crime rate is 20% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Garden Acres?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Garden Acres, with an estimated rate of 2,038.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 45% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,827 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (290 per 100K) in Garden Acres, which is consistent with national trends.