Crime Safety Grade

A

New Braunfels, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 86% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 36+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is New Braunfels Safe?

With an overall crime index of 67, New Braunfels has a 33% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 338. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like River Chase earning an A+ grade while Downtown / The Hill rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

New Braunfels
67
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
67
33% below average
Violent Crime
74
26% below average
Property Crime
63
37% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in New Braunfels

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 397

Where Is It Safe in New Braunfels?

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New Braunfels Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 16% below avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 50% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 63 ▼ 37%
Assault Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Robbery Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Burglary Property 79 ▼ 21%
Larceny / Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%
Vehicle Theft Property 50 ▼ 50%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All New Braunfels Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Oak Run A+ 11
2 Rockwall Ranch A+ 11
3 River Chase A+ 22
4 Avalon Lakes A+ 5
5 Heavenwood at Hunter's Crossing A+ 9
6 River Oaks A+ 38
7 Mission Hills Ranch A+ 32
8 Vineyard Ranch at Vintage Oaks A+ 32
9 Royal Forest A+ 47
10 Silver Oaks A+ 57
11 Bordeaux A+ 57
12 Deer Creek at Vintage Oaks A+ 57
13 Waggener Ranch A+ 57
14 Timber Ridge A+ 57
15 Provence A+ 57
16 Canyon Ranch A+ 57
17 The Canyons A+ 57
18 Champagne Hills A+ 57
19 The Reserve at Vintage Oaks A+ 57
20 The Summit A+ 66
21 Hunter's Creek A+ 45
22 West Pointe A+ 45
23 Eden Ranch A+ 91
24 Rolling Valley A+ 33
25 Park Ridge A+ 46
26 J. D. J. Ranch A 141
27 Oelkers Acres A 69
28 Sundance Park A 30
29 Gruene Crossing A 30
30 Cotton Crossing A 162
31 Cypress Rapids at Gruene A 162
32 Creekside A 69
33 Downtown / The Hill A 137
34 Long Creek A- 169
35 Northpark Meadows A- 169
36 Morningstar A- 157

New Braunfels Crime by Zip Code

78132
A+ Index: 61
78130
A Index: 97

New Braunfels Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
84,622
Median Income
$71,274
Home Value
$236,952
Median Rent
$1,217
Home Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

White
85.5%
Black
2.4%
Hispanic
31.8%
Asian
1.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in New Braunfels?
New Braunfels has an overall crime index of 67, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in New Braunfels are rated A or B for safety.
Is New Braunfels safe to live in?
New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels?
The safest neighborhoods in New Braunfels based on crime data include River Chase, Oak Run, Rockwall Ranch, Avalon Lakes, and Heavenwood at Hunter's Crossing. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does New Braunfels crime compare to the national average?
New Braunfels's overall crime index is 67 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 33% lower than the typical US city.

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