Crime Safety Grade

A

Melbourne, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Melbourne Safe?

With an overall crime index of 22, Melbourne has a 78% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 581. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Suntree earning an A+ grade while Baytree rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Melbourne
22
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
22
78% below average
Violent Crime
43
57% below average
Property Crime
44
56% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Melbourne

1 in 581

Property crime: 1 in 568

Where Is It Safe in Melbourne?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Baytree
A+ 2
Suntree
A+
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Melbourne Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 38% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 69% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 31 ▼ 69%
Assault Violent 49 ▼ 51%
Robbery Violent 50 ▼ 50%
Burglary Property 62 ▼ 38%
Larceny / Theft Property 32 ▼ 68%
Vehicle Theft Property 39 ▼ 61%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Melbourne Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Suntree A+ 21
2 Baytree A+ 23

Melbourne Crime by Zip Code

32940
A+ Index: 33
32934
A Index: 65
32904
A Index: 76
32935
A Index: 106
32901
B+ Index: 133

Melbourne Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
82,281
Median Income
$51,934
Home Value
$185,674
Median Rent
$1,087
Home Ownership
58%

Racial Demographics

White
80.1%
Black
8.6%
Hispanic
9.9%
Asian
5.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Melbourne?
Melbourne has an overall crime index of 22, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Melbourne are rated A or B for safety.
Is Melbourne safe to live in?
Melbourne 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 Melbourne?
The safest neighborhoods in Melbourne based on crime data include Suntree, and Baytree. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Melbourne crime compare to the national average?
Melbourne's overall crime index is 22 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 78% lower than the typical US city.

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