Westmoreland Heights Neighborhood, Los Angeles

Last updated: May 25, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Summary: Westmoreland Heights, Los Angeles Crime Rate (2026)

Westmoreland Heights in Los Angeles, CA has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 166, which is 66% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 25, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 166 / 300 High

Violent Crime 147

47% above national avg

Property Crime 115

15% above national avg

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Is Westmoreland Heights Safe?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Westmoreland Heights in Los Angeles, CA has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 166, which is 66% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Los Angeles average (crime index 124), Westmoreland Heights is 42% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 66). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 168 (68% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 66 (34% below avg)

Westmoreland Heights Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Los Angeles city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Los Angeles	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	166	+66%	+46%	High
Assault	156	+56%	+25%	High
Robbery	98	-2%	-6%	Average
Rape	167	+67%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	66	-34%	-22%	Low
Larceny / Theft	110	+10%	-4%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	168	+68%	+41%	High

How Westmoreland Heights Compares

Crime index by category: Westmoreland Heights vs Los Angeles average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Westmoreland Heights Crime Map

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Westmoreland Heights Demographics & Context

Population

522

Median Income

$39,239

Home Value

$1,326,927

Median Age

Pop. Density

22,586/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%

Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

10%

90%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 28.6%

Black 18.2%

Hispanic 68.2%

Asian 9.5%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Harvard Heights Index: 163

C-

Adams/Normandie Index: 147

C+

Arlington Heights Index: 150

Pico-Union Index: 152

Jefferson Park Index: 151

Wilshire Center Index: 151

University Park Index: 152

Exposition Park Index: 146

C+

Westmoreland Heights Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Westmoreland Heights, Los Angeles?

Westmoreland Heights in Los Angeles, CA has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 166, which is 66% above the national average. Compared to the Los Angeles average, crime in Westmoreland Heights is 42% higher.

Is Westmoreland Heights a safe neighborhood in Los Angeles?

Westmoreland Heights has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 168), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 66).

How does Westmoreland Heights compare to the rest of Los Angeles?

Westmoreland Heights's overall crime index is 166, compared to the Los Angeles average of 124. This means crime in Westmoreland Heights is 42% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 147, and for property crime it is 115. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Westmoreland Heights?

The most prevalent crime type in Westmoreland Heights is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Westmoreland Heights?

Nearby neighborhoods include Harvard Heights, Adams/Normandie, Arlington Heights, Pico-Union. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Westmoreland Heights?

Westmoreland Heights has a population of approximately 522. The median household income is $39,239. The median home value is $1,326,927. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Westmoreland Heights crime compare to the national average?

Westmoreland Heights's overall crime rate is 66% above the national average (index 166 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated May 2026.