Crime Safety Grade

B

Novato, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 87% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Novato Safe?

With an overall crime index of 65, Novato has a 35% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 316. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Northwest Novato earning an A+ grade while Central Novato rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Novato
65
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
65
35% below average
Violent Crime
79
21% below average
Property Crime
72
28% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Novato

1 in 316

Property crime: 1 in 347

Where Is It Safe in Novato?

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Novato Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 9% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 39% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 77 ▼ 23%
Assault Violent 69 ▼ 31%
Robbery Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Burglary Property 69 ▼ 31%
Larceny / Theft Property 61 ▼ 39%
Vehicle Theft Property 84 ▼ 16%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Novato Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Northwest Novato A+ 15
2 West Novato A+ 28
3 Midwest Novato A 58
4 Northeast Novato A 74
5 Southwest Novato A 64
6 Southeast Novato A- 104
7 Central Novato A- 115

Novato Crime by Zip Code

94947
A Index: 61
94945
A Index: 76
94949
A- Index: 81

Novato Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
53,781
Median Income
$101,629
Home Value
$799,105
Median Rent
$1,975
Home Ownership
70%

Racial Demographics

White
71.7%
Black
2.2%
Hispanic
21.4%
Asian
7.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Novato?
Novato has an overall crime index of 65, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Novato are rated A or B for safety.
Is Novato safe to live in?
Novato has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Novato?
The safest neighborhoods in Novato based on crime data include Northwest Novato, West Novato, Midwest Novato, Northeast Novato, and Southwest Novato. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Novato crime compare to the national average?
Novato's overall crime index is 65 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 35% lower than the typical US city.

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