92637 Zip Code, Laguna Woods

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Laguna Woods

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 179 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 92637 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 92637 in Laguna Woods, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 179, which is 79% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Laguna Woods.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 195, 95% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 10). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 195 (95% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 10 (90% below avg)

92637 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
195 +95% High
Robbery
10 -90% Low
Rape
24 -76% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
170 +70% High
Larceny / Theft
146 +46% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
60 -40% Low

92637 Crime Map

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92637 Demographics & Context

Population
16,234
Median Income
$52,402
Home Value
$435,551
Median Age
73
Pop. Density
4,998/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.5%
Graduate Degree 19.3%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.1%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 5.9%
Asian 14.3%
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Laguna Woods Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 92637, Laguna Woods?

Zip code 92637 in Laguna Woods, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 179, which is 79% above the national average. Zip code 92637 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Laguna Woods.

Is Zip code 92637 a safe neighborhood in Laguna Woods?

Zip code 92637 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Laguna Woods, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 195), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Laguna Woods.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 92637?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 92637 is Assault, with a crime index of 195 (95% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 92637?

Zip code 92637 has a population of approximately 16,234. The median household income is $52,402. The median home value is $435,551. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 92637 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 92637's overall crime rate is 79% above the national average (index 179 vs 100). Within Laguna Woods, it is safer than 0% 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.