Oak Park Southeast Neighborhood, Kansas City

Crime Rate & Statistics

D-

High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night

Safer than 5% of neighborhoods in Kansas City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 163 / 300 High

Violent Crime 125

25% above national avg

Property Crime 147

47% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is Oak Park Southeast Safe?

No — this is a high-crime area. Oak Park Southeast in Kansas City, MO has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 163, which is 63% above the national average of 100. Oak Park Southeast is safer than 5% of neighborhoods in Kansas City.

Compared to the Kansas City average (crime index 126), Oak Park Southeast is 37% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 40). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 183 (83% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 40 (60% below avg)

Oak Park Southeast Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Kansas City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	144	+44%	+20%	Moderate
Assault	183	+83%	+54%	High
Robbery	40	-60%	-69%	Low
Rape	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	158	+58%	+39%	High
Larceny / Theft	125	+25%	-8%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	158	+58%	+26%	High

How Oak Park Southeast Compares

Crime index by category: Oak Park Southeast vs Kansas City average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Oak Park Southeast Crime Map

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Oak Park Southeast Demographics & Context

Population

1,585

Median Income

$42,545

Home Value

$77,587

Median Age

Pop. Density

4,435/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.1%

Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

57%

43%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 2.5%

Black 92.2%

Hispanic 3.7%

Asian 0.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Oak Park Southwest Index: 153

C+

Vineyard Northwest Index: 176

F+

Ivanhoe Southeast Index: 178

Vineyard Index: 127

C+

Mount Cleveland Index: 181

F+

Palestine West / Oak Park Northeast Index: 170

D+

Palestine East Index: 149

C-

Oak Park Northwest Index: 169

Oak Park Southeast Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Oak Park Southeast, Kansas City?

Oak Park Southeast in Kansas City, MO has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 163, which is 63% above the national average. Compared to the Kansas City average, crime in Oak Park Southeast is 37% higher. Oak Park Southeast is safer than 5% of neighborhoods in Kansas City.

Is Oak Park Southeast a safe neighborhood in Kansas City?

Oak Park Southeast has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 183), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 40).

How does Oak Park Southeast compare to the rest of Kansas City?

Oak Park Southeast's overall crime index is 163, compared to the Kansas City average of 126. This means crime in Oak Park Southeast is 37% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 125, and for property crime it is 147. 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 Oak Park Southeast?

The most prevalent crime type in Oak Park Southeast is Assault, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Oak Park Southeast?

Nearby neighborhoods include Oak Park Southwest, Vineyard Northwest, Ivanhoe Southeast, Vineyard. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Oak Park Southeast?

Oak Park Southeast has a population of approximately 1,585. The median household income is $42,545. The median home value is $77,587. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Oak Park Southeast crime compare to the national average?

Oak Park Southeast's overall crime rate is 63% above the national average (index 163 vs 100). Within Kansas City, it is safer than 5% 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 April 2026.