Crime Safety Grade

B-

Irvine, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 81% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 42+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Irvine Safe?

With an overall crime index of 76, Irvine has a 24% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 298. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Parasol Park earning an A+ grade while Cypress Village rates D+.

Crime Index Comparison

Irvine
76
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
76
24% below average
Violent Crime
84
16% below average
Property Crime
97
3% below average
Safe Areas
81%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Irvine

1 in 298

Property crime: 1 in 258

Where Is It Safe in Irvine?

Irvine Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 3% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 23% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Assault Violent 77 ▼ 23%
Robbery Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Burglary Property 87 ▼ 13%
Larceny / Theft Property 103 ▲ 3%
Vehicle Theft Property 101 ▲ 1%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Irvine Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Orange County Great Park A+ 7
2 Parasol Park A+ 7
3 Northpark Square A+ 12
4 Northwood Point A+ 6
5 Eastwood Village A+ 6
6 Travata A+ 7
7 Beacon Park A+ 8
8 Altair Irvine A+ 7
9 Cadence Park A+ 7
10 Turtle Ridge A 51
11 Turtle Rock A 22
12 El Camino Real A 40
13 Northpark A 43
14 Harvard Square A 28
15 Orchard Hills A 33
16 West Irvine A 46
17 Laguna Altura A 66
18 Los Olivos A 68
19 Northwood A- 49
20 Walnut A- 43
21 Quail Hill A- 69
22 Woodbridge A- 72
23 Woodbury A- 50
24 University Park A- 59
25 Hidden Canyon A- 63
26 Westpark A- 75
27 Irvine Spectrum B+ 133
28 Shady Canyon B+ 96
29 Bommer Canyon B+ 98
30 Portola Springs B+ 115
31 University Research Center B+ 46
32 Oakcreek B 98
33 Stonegate B 118
34 University of California, Irvine B- 118
35 San Joaquin Marsh C+ 192
36 University of California, Irvine North Campus C 150
37 Woodbury East C- 170
38 Orangetree C- 190
39 Irvine Business Complex C- 190
40 Rancho San Joaquin C- 173
41 University Town Center D+ 183
42 Cypress Village D+ 188

Irvine Crime by Zip Code

Irvine Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
272,694
Median Income
$108,318
Home Value
$861,570
Median Rent
$2,425
Home Ownership
45%

Racial Demographics

White
42.8%
Black
1.9%
Hispanic
9.8%
Asian
45.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Irvine?
Irvine has an overall crime index of 76, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 81% of neighborhoods in Irvine are rated A or B for safety.
Is Irvine safe to live in?
Irvine 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 Irvine?
The safest neighborhoods in Irvine based on crime data include Parasol Park, Northpark Square, Cadence Park, Orange County Great Park, and Altair Irvine. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Irvine crime compare to the national average?
Irvine's overall crime index is 76 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 24% lower than the typical US city.

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