Califia Neighborhood, Mission Viejo

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest neighborhoods — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 82% of neighborhoods in Mission Viejo

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 10 / 300 High
Violent Crime 14
86% below national avg
Property Crime 11
89% below national avg
City Ranking
82%
safer than other
Mission Viejo neighborhoods

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Is Califia Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is extremely safe. Califia in Mission Viejo, CA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 10, which is 90% below the national average of 100. Califia is safer than 82% of neighborhoods in Mission Viejo.

Compared to the Mission Viejo average (crime index 47), Califia is 37% lower in overall crime. This neighborhood is significantly safer than Mission Viejo as a whole, making it an attractive option for safety-conscious residents.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 21, 79% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 5).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 21 (79% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 5 (95% below avg)

Califia Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
16 -84% Low
Assault
5 -95% Low
Robbery
21 -79% Low
Rape
14 -86% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
6 -94% Low
Larceny / Theft
6 -94% Low
Vehicle Theft
20 -80% Low

How Califia Compares

Crime index by category: Califia vs Mission Viejo average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Califia Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Califia Demographics & Context

Population
1,864
Median Income
$170,249
Home Value
$1,075,509
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
6,317/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.2%
Graduate Degree 14.9%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.1%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 11.2%
Asian 15%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Califia, Mission Viejo?

Califia in Mission Viejo, CA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 10, which is 90% below the national average. Compared to the Mission Viejo average, crime in Califia is 37% lower. Califia is safer than 82% of neighborhoods in Mission Viejo.

Is Califia a safe neighborhood in Mission Viejo?

Califia is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mission Viejo, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 21), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mission Viejo.

How does Califia compare to the rest of Mission Viejo?

Califia's overall crime index is 10, compared to the Mission Viejo average of 47. This means crime in Califia is 37% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 14, and for property crime it is 11. 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 Califia?

The most prevalent crime type in Califia is Robbery, with a crime index of 21 (79% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Califia?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Mission Ridge, Pacific Hills, Pacific Knolls and Oso Valley Green. These areas are close to Califia and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Califia?

Califia has a population of approximately 1,864. The median household income is $170,249. The median home value is $1,075,509. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Califia crime compare to the national average?

Califia's overall crime rate is 90% below the national average (index 10 vs 100). Within Mission Viejo, it is safer than 82% 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.