Crime Safety Grade

B

Lancaster, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 81% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 46+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

View Crime Map Registered Offenders

Is Lancaster Safe?

With an overall crime index of 76, Lancaster has a 24% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 329. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Spring Creek Estates earning an A+ grade while Dewberry Park rates D-.

Crime Index Comparison

Lancaster
76
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
76
24% below average
Violent Crime
76
24% below average
Property Crime
102
2% above average
Safe Areas
91%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lancaster

1 in 329

Property crime: 1 in 245

Where Is It Safe in Lancaster?

Explore the Interactive Crime Map
See neighborhood-level heatmap
Check Registered Offenders
Search offenders near any address

Lancaster Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 30% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 35% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 65 ▼ 35%
Assault Violent 66 ▼ 34%
Robbery Violent 98 ▼ 2%
Burglary Property 130 ▲ 30%
Larceny / Theft Property 90 ▼ 10%
Vehicle Theft Property 86 ▼ 14%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lancaster Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Tribute at Mills Branch A+ 42
2 Franklin Farms A+ 47
3 Ames Meadow A+ 47
4 Anderson Farms A+ 47
5 Boardwalk A+ 47
6 Wintergreen Ridge A+ 47
7 Will-Kee A+ 47
8 Pleasant Run A+ 36
9 Lancaster Gardens A+ 47
10 Meadowview A+ 47
11 Mill Creek Estates A+ 42
12 Wellington Park A+ 36
13 Spring Creek Estates A+ 42
14 Southwood Estates A+ 42
15 Eastside Acres A 37
16 Lancaster Hills A 36
17 Placid Meadows A 36
18 Cedardale Highlands A 91
19 Brownlee Park A 92
20 Meadow Creek Estates A 47
21 Quail Hollow / Hearthstone A 45
22 Millbrook A 28
23 Ten Mile Creek A- 97
24 Bear Creek Ranch A- 69
25 Westridge A- 66
26 Harvest Hill A- 64
27 Westwood A- 61
28 Waynelee Heights A- 61
29 Lancaster Park A- 61
30 Pebblebrook A- 67
31 Lancaster Historic District A- 122
32 Bellaire Acres B+ 79
33 Clear Springs B+ 87
34 Pleasant Run Estates East B+ 153
35 Interurban Heights B+ 153
36 Moffitt Creek Estates B+ 103
37 The Meadowlands B+ 103
38 Glendover Estates B+ 103
39 Rolling Meadows B+ 103
40 Lancaster Terrace B+ 90
41 Pleasant Manor Estates B 94
42 Brook Meadows B 92
43 Colonial Estates C+ 131
44 Brookhaven Estates D 165
45 Pepperidge D 165
46 Dewberry Park D- 187

Lancaster Crime by Zip Code

75146
B+ Index: 83
75134
B+ Index: 76

Lancaster Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
39,264
Median Income
$57,832
Home Value
$150,768
Median Rent
$1,193
Home Ownership
63%

Racial Demographics

White
20.7%
Black
69.7%
Hispanic
19.6%
Asian
0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lancaster?
Lancaster has an overall crime index of 76, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 91% of neighborhoods in Lancaster are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lancaster safe to live in?
Lancaster has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Lancaster?
The safest neighborhoods in Lancaster based on crime data include Spring Creek Estates, Meadowview, Mill Creek Estates, Franklin Farms, and Ames Meadow. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lancaster crime compare to the national average?
Lancaster's overall crime index is 76 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 24% lower than the typical US city.

Crime Statistics for Nearby Cities

Dallas, TX Arlington, TX Irving, TX Garland, TX Grand Prairie, TX Mesquite, TX Carrollton, TX Richardson, TX Mansfield, TX Rowlett, TX Euless, TX Grapevine, TX DeSoto, TX Bedford, TX Cedar Hill, TX Rockwall, TX Farmers Branch, TX Coppell, TX Lancaster, TX Duncanville, TX Hurst, TX Waxahachie, TX Midlothian, TX Colleyville, TX

Crime Statistics by State

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming