Oak View, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Last updated: July 26, 2026
Lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated July 2026
Summary: Oak View, CA Crime Rate (2026)
Oak View, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 45% below the national average. Oak View has lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Data source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) & local law enforcement agencies. Last updated: July 26, 2026.
Is Oak View Safe?
Yes — Oak View is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Oak View has a crime rate that is 45% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 510.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 510
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
49% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 82
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
33% lower than national average
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Oak View Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Oak View Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Oak View, CA?
Oak View, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 45% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 510 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 82 chance for property crime. Oak View has lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Oak View, CA safe to live in?
Oak View is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Oak View is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Oak View?
The estimated violent crime rate in Oak View is 195.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 49% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 510 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 126.2 per 100K (53% below average); robbery at 51.8 per 100K (30% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Oak View?
The estimated property crime rate in Oak View is 1,220.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 33% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 82 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 160.6 per 100K (40% below average); larceny/theft at 908.4 per 100K (35% below average); vehicle theft at 151.5 per 100K (52% below average).
How does Oak View crime compare to the national average?
Oak View's overall crime rate is 45% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (30% below average), while rape is 55% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Oak View has lower crime than 83% of them.
Is Oak View safe to visit?
Oak View is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 33% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Oak View crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Oak View's crime rate is 45% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Oak View?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Oak View, with an estimated rate of 908.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 35% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,221 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (196 per 100K) in Oak View, which is consistent with national trends.