Laguna Woods, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Laguna Woods Safe?
Yes — Laguna Woods is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Laguna Woods has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 576.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 576
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
54% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 117
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
53% lower than national average
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Laguna Woods 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
|
31 | -69% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
3 | -97% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
7 | -93% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
18 | -82% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Laguna Woods, CA?
Laguna Woods, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 576 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 117 chance for property crime. Laguna Woods has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Laguna Woods, CA safe to live in?
Laguna Woods is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Laguna Woods is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Laguna Woods?
The estimated violent crime rate in Laguna Woods is 173.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 576 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.6 per 100K (69% below average); aggravated assault at 167.7 per 100K (37% below average); robbery at 1.9 per 100K (97% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Laguna Woods?
The estimated property crime rate in Laguna Woods is 858.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 117 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 149.8 per 100K (44% below average); larceny/theft at 649.6 per 100K (54% below average); vehicle theft at 58.7 per 100K (82% below average).
How does Laguna Woods crime compare to the national average?
Laguna Woods's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (37% below average), while robbery is 97% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Laguna Woods has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Laguna Woods safe to visit?
Laguna Woods is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 53% below 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 Laguna Woods crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Laguna Woods's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Laguna Woods?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Laguna Woods, with an estimated rate of 649.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 54% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (858 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (174 per 100K) in Laguna Woods, which is consistent with national trends.