Lemon Grove, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 33% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Lemon Grove Safe?
Somewhat — crime is near the national average
Safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Some areas are safe, others are not.
Lemon Grove has a crime rate that is 1% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 227.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 227
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
15% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 44
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
24% higher than national average
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Lemon Grove Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
94 | -6% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
99 | -1% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
172 | +72% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
125 | +25% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
102 | +2% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
112 | +12% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
135 | +35% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Lemon Grove Crime Map
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Lemon Grove Crime by Zip Code
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Lemon Grove Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Lemon Grove, CA?
Lemon Grove, CA has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 1% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 227 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 44 chance for property crime. Lemon Grove has lower crime than 33% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Lemon Grove, CA safe to live in?
Lemon Grove has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Lemon Grove is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Lemon Grove?
The estimated violent crime rate in Lemon Grove is 439.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 15% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 227 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 4.7 per 100K (6% below average); aggravated assault at 265.6 per 100K (1% below average); robbery at 127.4 per 100K (72% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Lemon Grove?
The estimated property crime rate in Lemon Grove is 2,273.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 24% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 44 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 274.2 per 100K (2% above average); larceny/theft at 1,568.9 per 100K (12% above average); vehicle theft at 430.6 per 100K (35% above average).
How does Lemon Grove crime compare to the national average?
Lemon Grove's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (72% above average), while murder is 6% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Lemon Grove has lower crime than 33% of them.
Is Lemon Grove safe to visit?
Visitors to Lemon Grove should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 24% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Lemon Grove crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Lemon Grove's crime rate is 1% below the national average, making it roughly comparable to the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Lemon Grove?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Lemon Grove, with an estimated rate of 1,568.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 12% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,274 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (440 per 100K) in Lemon Grove, which is consistent with national trends.