Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Neighborhood, Gaston

Last updated: October 19, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gaston

Summary: Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood, Gaston Crime Rate (2026)

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood, Gaston, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 16% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 19, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 116 / 300 High

Violent Crime 131

31% above national avg

Property Crime 95

5% below national avg

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Is Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Safe?

Mixed — the grade is relative to other neighborhoods, but crime is above the national average. Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood in Gaston, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gaston.

Compared to the Gaston average (crime index 116), Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 157 (57% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 86 (14% below avg)

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Gaston city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Gaston	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	112	+12%	0%	Moderate
Assault	97	-3%	0%	Average
Robbery	156	+56%	0%	High
Rape	157	+57%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	111	+11%	0%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	86	-14%	0%	Average
Vehicle Theft	88	-12%	0%	Average

How Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Compares

Crime index by category: Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood vs Gaston average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Crime Map

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Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Demographics & Context

Population

6,524

Median Income

$79,229

Home Value

$540,843

Median Age

Pop. Density

53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%

Graduate Degree 11.7%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.7%

Black 0.6%

Hispanic 13.6%

Asian 2%

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood, Gaston?

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood in Gaston, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Compared to the Gaston average, crime in Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood is 0% lower. Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gaston.

Is Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood a safe neighborhood in Gaston?

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gaston.

How does Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood compare to the rest of Gaston?

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood's overall crime index is 116, compared to the Gaston average of 116. This means crime in Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 131, and for property crime it is 95. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood?

The most common crime type in Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood is Rape, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood?

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood has a population of approximately 6,524. The median household income is $79,229. The median home value is $540,843. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood crime compare to the national average?

Gaston / Cherry Grove / Laurelwood's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Gaston, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated October 2026.