Crime Safety Grade

A

Lutz, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

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

Is Lutz Safe?

With an overall crime index of 44, Lutz has a 56% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 431. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Heritage Harbor earning an A+ grade while Calusa Trace rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Lutz
44
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
44
56% below average
Violent Crime
58
42% below average
Property Crime
62
38% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lutz

1 in 431

Property crime: 1 in 403

Where Is It Safe in Lutz?

Lutz Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 12% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 66% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 34 ▼ 66%
Assault Violent 51 ▼ 49%
Robbery Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Burglary Property 73 ▼ 27%
Larceny / Theft Property 66 ▼ 34%
Vehicle Theft Property 45 ▼ 55%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lutz Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Heritage Harbor A+ 28
2 Cheval A+ 22
3 Stonebrier Lutz A+ 28
4 Villa Rosa A+ 12
5 Willow Bend A+ 18
6 Manors at Crystal Lakes A+ 49
7 Hounds Hollow A+ 39
8 Calusa Trace A+ 44
9 Paradise Lakes Resort A+ 138
10 Ladera A+ 66

Lutz Crime by Zip Code

Lutz Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
22,871
Median Income
$91,875
Home Value
$328,025
Median Rent
$1,233
Home Ownership
84%

Racial Demographics

White
79.4%
Black
8.4%
Hispanic
17.8%
Asian
5.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lutz?
Lutz has an overall crime index of 44, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Lutz are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lutz safe to live in?
Lutz 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 Lutz?
The safest neighborhoods in Lutz based on crime data include Heritage Harbor, Cheval, Stonebrier Lutz, Villa Rosa, and Willow Bend. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lutz crime compare to the national average?
Lutz's overall crime index is 44 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 56% lower than the typical US city.

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