Crime Safety Grade

B

La Puente, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 98% of U.S. cities

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

Is La Puente Safe?

With an overall crime index of 27, La Puente has a 73% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 362. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Avocado Heights earning an A+ grade while Avocado Heights rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

La Puente
27
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
27
73% below average
Violent Crime
69
31% below average
Property Crime
64
36% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in La Puente

1 in 362

Property crime: 1 in 391

Where Is It Safe in La Puente?

La Puente Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 51% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 79% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 34 ▼ 66%
Assault Violent 21 ▼ 79%
Robbery Violent 151 ▲ 51%
Burglary Property 75 ▼ 25%
Larceny / Theft Property 39 ▼ 61%
Vehicle Theft Property 78 ▼ 22%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All La Puente Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Avocado Heights A+ 27

La Puente Crime by Zip Code

La Puente Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
39,780
Median Income
$66,132
Home Value
$445,617
Median Rent
$1,429
Home Ownership
59%

Racial Demographics

White
42.3%
Black
1.7%
Hispanic
84.6%
Asian
10.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in La Puente?
La Puente has an overall crime index of 27, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in La Puente are rated A or B for safety.
Is La Puente safe to live in?
La Puente 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 La Puente?
The safest neighborhoods in La Puente based on crime data include Avocado Heights. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does La Puente crime compare to the national average?
La Puente's overall crime index is 27 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 73% lower than the typical US city.

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