Crime Safety Grade

A

Newport Beach, CA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 54% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 70+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Newport Beach Safe?

With an overall crime index of 114, Newport Beach has a 14% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 245. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Newport Hills earning an A+ grade while Bonita Canyon rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Newport Beach
114
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
114
14% above average
Violent Crime
102
2% above average
Property Crime
110
10% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Newport Beach

1 in 245

Property crime: 1 in 227

Where Is It Safe in Newport Beach?

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Newport Beach Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 49% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 27% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 85 ▼ 15%
Assault Violent 146 ▲ 46%
Robbery Violent 75 ▼ 25%
Burglary Property 149 ▲ 49%
Larceny / Theft Property 110 ▲ 10%
Vehicle Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Newport Beach Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Newport Hills Estates A+ 16
2 Harbor View A+ 8
3 Newport Hills A+ 16
4 Mariners A+ 28
5 Castaways A+ 28
6 Dover Shores A+ 29
7 Eastbluff A+ 8
8 Lido Isle A+ 130
9 Harbor Crest A+ 25
10 Harbor Ridge A+ 25
11 Harbor View Knoll A+ 25
12 Seawind A+ 25
13 Big Canyon Villas A+ 71
14 Peninsula Point A+ 188
15 Newport Heights A+ 98
16 North Bluff Bayview A+ 15
17 North Bluff Park A+ 14
18 North Bluff Villas A+ 14
19 Belcourt Hill A+ 55
20 Belcourt Park A+ 55
21 Bayridge Park A+ 55
22 Belcourt Terrace A+ 55
23 Belcourt Master A+ 55
24 One Ford Road A+ 55
25 Canyon Point A 88
26 Canyon Hills A 88
27 Canyon View A 88
28 Canyon Fairway A 88
29 Canyon Lakes A 88
30 Canyon Crest A 88
31 Canyon Mesa A 88
32 Sea Island A 88
33 Big Canyon A 88
34 Balboa Island A 192
35 Baycrest A 39
36 Newport Upper Bay Estates A 43
37 Bayside Village A 186
38 Mariners Mile A 153
39 Cliff Haven A 105
40 Linda Isle A 181
41 Harbor Island A 181
42 Bayshores A 169
43 Park Place A 169
44 Newport Towers A 169
45 Harbor Cove A 185
46 Bluffs A 114
47 Bluffs Plaza A 128
48 Newport Center Association A 188
49 Granville A 191
50 Medical Center Plaza At Newport Center A 191
51 Balboa Peninsula A 195
52 Bayview Heights A 173
53 West Newport A 184
54 Cannery Village A 196
55 Lido Peninsula Resort A 196
56 Newport Pier A- 196
57 Dover Village A- 163
58 Westcliff Villas A- 163
59 Newport Crest A- 176
60 Versailles A- 193
61 Park Lido A- 193
62 Villa Balboa A- 193
63 Harbor Hill A- 176
64 Canyon Crest Estates A- 176
65 Harbor Woods A- 176
66 Newport Bluffs Apartments B+ 139
67 Bonita Canyon B+ 139
68 Newport Knolls B+ 152
69 Newport North B- 158
70 Newport B- 158

Newport Beach Crime by Zip Code

92662
A+ Index: 192
92660
A Index: 95
92661
A Index: 193
92663
A Index: 160

Newport Beach Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
86,694
Median Income
$133,849
Home Value
$1,941,640
Median Rent
$2,409
Home Ownership
54%

Racial Demographics

White
84.2%
Black
1%
Hispanic
8.3%
Asian
8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Newport Beach?
Newport Beach has an overall crime index of 114, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Newport Beach are rated A or B for safety.
Is Newport Beach safe to live in?
Newport Beach 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 Newport Beach?
The safest neighborhoods in Newport Beach based on crime data include Newport Hills, Harbor View, Newport Hills Estates, Mariners, and Castaways. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Newport Beach crime compare to the national average?
Newport Beach's overall crime index is 114 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 14% higher than the typical US city.

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