Crime Safety Grade

C+

Gardena, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 59% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Gardena Safe?

With an overall crime index of 104, Gardena has a 4% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 248. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Harbor Gateway earning an B grade while Harbor Gateway rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Gardena
104
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
104
4% above average
Violent Crime
101
1% above average
Property Crime
93
7% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Gardena

1 in 248

Property crime: 1 in 269

Where Is It Safe in Gardena?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Harbor Gateway
B
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Gardena Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 19% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 40% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 108 ▲ 8%
Assault Violent 82 ▼ 18%
Robbery Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Burglary Property 60 ▼ 40%
Larceny / Theft Property 100 ▼ 0%
Vehicle Theft Property 119 ▲ 19%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Gardena Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Harbor Gateway B 104

Gardena Crime by Zip Code

90249
B+ Index: 72
90248
B+ Index: 74
90247
B Index: 110

Gardena Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
59,401
Median Income
$64,015
Home Value
$517,279
Median Rent
$1,377
Home Ownership
49%

Racial Demographics

White
21.7%
Black
22.7%
Hispanic
43.3%
Asian
25.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Gardena?
Gardena has an overall crime index of 104, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Gardena are rated A or B for safety.
Is Gardena safe to live in?
Gardena has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Gardena?
The safest neighborhoods in Gardena based on crime data include Harbor Gateway. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Gardena crime compare to the national average?
Gardena's overall crime index is 104 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 4% higher than the typical US city.

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