Garden Grove, IA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Garden Grove Safe?
Yes — Garden Grove is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Garden Grove has a crime rate that is 54% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 631.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 631
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
58% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 249
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
78% lower than national average
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Garden Grove 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
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
16 | -84% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
22 | -78% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Garden Grove Crime Map
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Garden Grove Crime by Zip Code
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Garden Grove Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Garden Grove, IA?
Garden Grove, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 54% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 631 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 249 chance for property crime. Garden Grove has lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Garden Grove, IA safe to live in?
Garden Grove is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Garden Grove is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Garden Grove?
The estimated violent crime rate in Garden Grove is 158.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 58% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 631 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (53% below average); aggravated assault at 99.9 per 100K (63% below average); robbery at 40.3 per 100K (45% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Garden Grove?
The estimated property crime rate in Garden Grove is 400.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 78% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 249 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 105.9 per 100K (61% below average); larceny/theft at 223.9 per 100K (84% below average); vehicle theft at 71.1 per 100K (78% below average).
How does Garden Grove crime compare to the national average?
Garden Grove's overall crime rate is 54% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (45% below average), while larceny/theft is 84% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Garden Grove has lower crime than 99% of them.
Is Garden Grove safe to visit?
Garden Grove is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 78% below 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 Grove crime compare to the rest of Iowa?
Iowa as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Garden Grove's crime rate is 54% below the national average, making it safer the typical Iowa city.
What type of crime is most common in Garden Grove?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Garden Grove, with an estimated rate of 223.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 84% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (401 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (158 per 100K) in Garden Grove, which is consistent with national trends.