La Riviera, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 69% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is La Riviera Safe?
It's average — crime is at the national average
Crime rates are comparable to the national average. Being aware of your surroundings is advisable.
La Riviera has a crime rate that is 3% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 258.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 258
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
2% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 40
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
37% higher than national average
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La Riviera Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
120 | +20% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
101 | +1% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
112 | +12% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
85 | -15% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
101 | +1% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
132 | +32% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
121 | +21% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
La Riviera Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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La Riviera Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in La Riviera, CA?
La Riviera, CA has a crime safety grade of C as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 3% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 258 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 40 chance for property crime. La Riviera has higher crime than 69% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is La Riviera, CA safe to live in?
La Riviera has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting La Riviera is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in La Riviera?
The estimated violent crime rate in La Riviera is 388.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 258 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 6.0 per 100K (20% above average); aggravated assault at 270.7 per 100K (1% above average); robbery at 82.9 per 100K (12% above average).
What is the property crime rate in La Riviera?
The estimated property crime rate in La Riviera is 2,507.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 40 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 272.3 per 100K (1% above average); larceny/theft at 1,847.4 per 100K (32% above average); vehicle theft at 387.3 per 100K (21% above average).
How does La Riviera crime compare to the national average?
La Riviera's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (32% above average), while rape is 15% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, La Riviera has higher crime than 69% of them.
Is La Riviera safe to visit?
Visitors to La Riviera should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 37% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does La Riviera crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. La Riviera's crime rate is 3% above the national average, which is roughly in line with the state's overall rate.
What type of crime is most common in La Riviera?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in La Riviera, with an estimated rate of 1,847.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 32% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,507 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (388 per 100K) in La Riviera, which is consistent with national trends.