Crime Safety Grade

B

Leesburg, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 93% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Leesburg Safe?

With an overall crime index of 50, Leesburg has a 50% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 455. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Plantation at Leesburg earning an A+ grade while Plantation at Leesburg rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Leesburg
50
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
50
50% below average
Violent Crime
55
45% below average
Property Crime
64
36% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Leesburg

1 in 455

Property crime: 1 in 391

Where Is It Safe in Leesburg?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Plantation at Leesburg
A+
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Leesburg Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 9% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 76% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 24 ▼ 76%
Assault Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Robbery Violent 49 ▼ 51%
Burglary Property 86 ▼ 14%
Larceny / Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%
Vehicle Theft Property 45 ▼ 55%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Leesburg Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Plantation at Leesburg A+ 50

Leesburg Crime by Zip Code

34788
A Index: 98
34748
A- Index: 118

Leesburg Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
154,301
Median Income
$38,026
Home Value
$160,486
Median Rent
$926
Home Ownership
50%

Racial Demographics

White
78.2%
Black
15.5%
Hispanic
7%
Asian
1.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Leesburg?
Leesburg has an overall crime index of 50, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Leesburg are rated A or B for safety.
Is Leesburg safe to live in?
Leesburg 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 Leesburg?
The safest neighborhoods in Leesburg based on crime data include Plantation at Leesburg. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Leesburg crime compare to the national average?
Leesburg's overall crime index is 50 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 50% lower than the typical US city.

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