Crime Safety Grade

A

Larkspur, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 69% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

Is Larkspur Safe?

With an overall crime index of 94, Larkspur has a 6% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 236. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like South Larkspur earning an A grade while Northwest Larkspur rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Larkspur
94
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
94
6% below average
Violent Crime
106
6% above average
Property Crime
113
13% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Larkspur

1 in 236

Property crime: 1 in 221

Where Is It Safe in Larkspur?

Larkspur Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 26% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 1% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Assault Violent 112 ▲ 12%
Robbery Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Burglary Property 126 ▲ 26%
Larceny / Theft Property 111 ▲ 11%
Vehicle Theft Property 102 ▲ 2%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Larkspur Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 South Larkspur A 66
2 Southwest Larkspur A 88
3 Northwest Larkspur A 75
4 East Larkspur B 148

Larkspur Crime by Zip Code

Larkspur Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
12,363
Median Income
$115,543
Home Value
$1,293,720
Median Rent
$2,257
Home Ownership
49%

Racial Demographics

White
85.9%
Black
0.7%
Hispanic
6.5%
Asian
4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Larkspur?
Larkspur has an overall crime index of 94, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Larkspur are rated A or B for safety.
Is Larkspur safe to live in?
Larkspur 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 Larkspur?
The safest neighborhoods in Larkspur based on crime data include South Larkspur, Southwest Larkspur, Northwest Larkspur, and East Larkspur. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Larkspur crime compare to the national average?
Larkspur's overall crime index is 94 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 6% lower than the typical US city.

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