Crime Safety Grade

C+

Lakeland, FL Crime Rate

Higher crime than 78% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 42+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Lakeland Safe?

With an overall crime index of 135, Lakeland has a 35% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 184. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Cumberland earning an A grade while Webster Park South rates F.

Crime Index Comparison

Lakeland
135
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
135
35% above average
Violent Crime
136
36% above average
Property Crime
147
47% above average
Safe Areas
67%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lakeland

1 in 184

Property crime: 1 in 170

Where Is It Safe in Lakeland?

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Lakeland Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 58% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 24% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 147 ▲ 47%
Assault Violent 136 ▲ 36%
Robbery Violent 124 ▲ 24%
Burglary Property 128 ▲ 28%
Larceny / Theft Property 158 ▲ 58%
Vehicle Theft Property 153 ▲ 53%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lakeland Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Cumberland A 83
2 Lake Hollingsworth A 82
3 Beacon Hill A 59
4 Lake Somerset A 64
5 Cleveland Heights A 78
6 Imperial A 118
7 Edgewood A 106
8 Lake Bentley A 122
9 Lake Horney A 103
10 South Lake Morton A 148
11 Southwest A 112
12 Raintree A- 87
13 Camphor A- 130
14 Edgewater Beach A- 102
15 Lake Bonny A- 99
16 Shore Acres A- 85
17 Lime Street B+ 124
18 East Lake Morton B+ 176
19 Pinehurst B+ 56
20 Crystal Lake B+ 130
21 Biltmore B+ 170
22 John Cox B+ 112
23 Watson B 110
24 Lakeshore B 109
25 Dixieland B 161
26 Webster Park North B 79
27 Downtown Lakeland B- 192
28 Central Avenue B- 163
29 Lake Bonnet C+ 149
30 Westgate C+ 151
31 Tigertown C+ 179
32 Granada C+ 179
33 Swannanoa C+ 179
34 Lake Hunter Terrace C+ 198
35 Lake Beulah C+ 193
36 Paul A. Diggs C 137
37 Parker Street C- 181
38 Jewel Avenue C- 182
39 North Lake Wire D- 195
40 Kathleen F+ 190
41 Valencia Heights F+ 197
42 Webster Park South F 183

Lakeland Crime by Zip Code

33813
A+ Index: 38
33812
A Index: 38
33809
A Index: 66
33811
A Index: 64
33810
A Index: 62
33803
A Index: 108
33801
A- Index: 114
33815
B Index: 158
33805
B Index: 131

Lakeland Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
300,268
Median Income
$50,136
Home Value
$152,607
Median Rent
$1,056
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
73.8%
Black
16.7%
Hispanic
14.9%
Asian
2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lakeland?
Lakeland has an overall crime index of 135, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 67% of neighborhoods in Lakeland are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lakeland safe to live in?
Lakeland has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Lakeland?
The safest neighborhoods in Lakeland based on crime data include Cumberland, Lake Hollingsworth, Beacon Hill, Lake Somerset, and Cleveland Heights. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lakeland crime compare to the national average?
Lakeland's overall crime index is 135 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 35% higher than the typical US city.

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