Crime Safety Grade

A

Lafayette, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 97% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 31+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Lafayette Safe?

With an overall crime index of 32, Lafayette has a 68% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 431. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Quandt Area earning an A+ grade while Downtown Lafayette rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Lafayette
32
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
32
68% below average
Violent Crime
58
42% below average
Property Crime
48
52% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lafayette

1 in 431

Property crime: 1 in 521

Where Is It Safe in Lafayette?

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Lafayette Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 19% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 66% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 44 ▼ 56%
Assault Violent 48 ▼ 52%
Robbery Violent 81 ▼ 19%
Burglary Property 34 ▼ 66%
Larceny / Theft Property 54 ▼ 46%
Vehicle Theft Property 55 ▼ 45%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lafayette Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Quandt Area A+ 10
2 Rose Lane A+ 12
3 Secluded Valley A+ 5
4 Happy Valley Highlands A+ 9
5 Happy Valley Improvement Association A+ 11
6 South Lafayette Improvement Association A+ 23
7 Silver Springs A+ 5
8 Silver Dell A+ 13
9 Rancho View Knolls A+ 12
10 Burton Valley A+ 16
11 Johnson Road A+ 12
12 Springhill Valley A+ 29
13 Echo Springs A+ 14
14 Green Valley A+ 12
15 Chapel Drive A+ 11
16 Hidden Valley A+ 11
17 Topper Lane A+ 22
18 Lafayette Oaks A+ 24
19 Northridge A+ 17
20 Brown Avenue A+ 16
21 Valley View Estates A+ 16
22 Oak Hill Road A+ 16
23 Deerhill Park A+ 16
24 Springbrook A 53
25 Reliez Valley A 56
26 Tanglewood A 56
27 Mountain View Lane A 56
28 Pleasant Hills and Valleys A 63
29 Circle Creek A- 63
30 Downtown Lafayette B+ 132
31 Lafayette Orchards B- 188

Lafayette Crime by Zip Code

94549
A Index: 42

Lafayette Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
25,949
Median Income
$188,140
Home Value
$1,558,000
Median Rent
$2,273
Home Ownership
71%

Racial Demographics

White
76.9%
Black
1%
Hispanic
6.8%
Asian
13.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lafayette?
Lafayette has an overall crime index of 32, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Lafayette are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lafayette safe to live in?
Lafayette has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Lafayette?
The safest neighborhoods in Lafayette based on crime data include Quandt Area, Rose Lane, Happy Valley Improvement Association, Burton Valley, and Happy Valley Highlands. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lafayette crime compare to the national average?
Lafayette's overall crime index is 32 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 68% lower than the typical US city.

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