Mission Hills Neighborhood, Mission Hills

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe neighborhood — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mission Hills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 71 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 75
25% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is Mission Hills Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is safe. Mission Hills in Mission Hills, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average of 100. Mission Hills is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mission Hills.

Compared to the Mission Hills average (crime index 71), Mission Hills is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 68). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 68 (32% below avg)

Mission Hills Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
72 -28% Low
Assault
86 -14% Average
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
68 -32% Low
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
84 -16% Average

How Mission Hills Compares

Crime index by category: Mission Hills vs Mission Hills average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Mission Hills Crime Map

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Mission Hills Demographics & Context

Population
18,255
Median Income
$73,529
Home Value
$743,575
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
5,852/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.6%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47%
Black 3.7%
Hispanic 67.3%
Asian 11.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Mission Hills, Mission Hills?

Mission Hills in Mission Hills, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average. Compared to the Mission Hills average, crime in Mission Hills is 0% lower. Mission Hills is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mission Hills.

Is Mission Hills a safe neighborhood in Mission Hills?

Mission Hills is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mission Hills, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 134), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mission Hills.

How does Mission Hills compare to the rest of Mission Hills?

Mission Hills's overall crime index is 71, compared to the Mission Hills average of 71. This means crime in Mission Hills is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 105, and for property crime it is 75. 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 Mission Hills?

The most prevalent crime type in Mission Hills is Rape, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Mission Hills?

Mission Hills has a population of approximately 18,255. The median household income is $73,529. The median home value is $743,575. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Mission Hills crime compare to the national average?

Mission Hills's overall crime rate is 29% below the national average (index 71 vs 100). Within Mission Hills, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. 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 April 2026.