Crime Safety Grade

B-

Highland, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 67% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Highland Safe?

With an overall crime index of 96, Highland has a 4% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 245. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like East Highlands earning an A+ grade while Cypress rates C.

Crime Index Comparison

Highland
96
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
96
4% below average
Violent Crime
102
2% above average
Property Crime
107
7% above average
Safe Areas
89%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Highland

1 in 245

Property crime: 1 in 234

Where Is It Safe in Highland?

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Highland Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 10% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 3% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 102 ▲ 2%
Assault Violent 97 ▼ 3%
Robbery Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Burglary Property 106 ▲ 6%
Larceny / Theft Property 105 ▲ 5%
Vehicle Theft Property 110 ▲ 10%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Highland Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 East Highlands A+ 26
2 Amber Hills A+ 18
3 Small Canyon A- 103
4 San Andreas A- 77
5 Barton B+ 64
6 Lankershim B+ 126
7 Thompson B+ 117
8 Crossroads B- 171
9 Cypress C 159

Highland Crime by Zip Code

92346
A- Index: 84

Highland Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
55,339
Median Income
$62,956
Home Value
$333,826
Median Rent
$1,143
Home Ownership
67%

Racial Demographics

White
51.4%
Black
12.3%
Hispanic
45.5%
Asian
9.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Highland?
Highland has an overall crime index of 96, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 89% of neighborhoods in Highland are rated A or B for safety.
Is Highland safe to live in?
Highland has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Highland?
The safest neighborhoods in Highland based on crime data include East Highlands, Amber Hills, Small Canyon, San Andreas, and Barton. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Highland crime compare to the national average?
Highland's overall crime index is 96 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 4% lower than the typical US city.

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