Crime Safety Grade

A

Lenexa, KS Crime Rate

Lower crime than 96% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Lenexa Safe?

With an overall crime index of 40, Lenexa has a 60% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 625. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Falcon Valley earning an A+ grade while Century Estates rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Lenexa
40
Kansas Avg
117
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
40
60% below average
Violent Crime
40
60% below average
Property Crime
56
44% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lenexa

1 in 625

Property crime: 1 in 446

Where Is It Safe in Lenexa?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Century Estates
A+
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Lenexa Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 32% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 67% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 36 ▼ 64%
Assault Violent 52 ▼ 48%
Robbery Violent 33 ▼ 67%
Burglary Property 68 ▼ 32%
Larceny / Theft Property 45 ▼ 55%
Vehicle Theft Property 55 ▼ 45%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lenexa Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Falcon Valley A+ 40
2 Century Estates A+ 39

Lenexa Crime by Zip Code

66220
A+ Index: 43
66227
A+ Index: 50
66219
A Index: 95
66215
A Index: 106

Lenexa Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
54,804
Median Income
$90,487
Home Value
$278,623
Median Rent
$1,183
Home Ownership
59%

Racial Demographics

White
82.2%
Black
6.9%
Hispanic
7.4%
Asian
4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lenexa?
Lenexa has an overall crime index of 40, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Lenexa are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lenexa safe to live in?
Lenexa 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 Lenexa?
The safest neighborhoods in Lenexa based on crime data include Falcon Valley, and Century Estates. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lenexa crime compare to the national average?
Lenexa's overall crime index is 40 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 60% lower than the typical US city.

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