Lakeside Park Neighborhood, Oakland

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 48% of neighborhoods in Oakland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 188 / 300 High

Violent Crime 97

3% below national avg

Property Crime 121

21% above national avg

City Ranking

48%

safer than other

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Is Lakeside Park Safe?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Lakeside Park in Oakland, CA has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 188, which is 88% above the national average of 100. Lakeside Park is safer than 48% of neighborhoods in Oakland.

Compared to the Oakland average (crime index 135), Lakeside Park is 53% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 197, 97% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 23). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 197 (97% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 23 (77% below avg)

Lakeside Park Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Oakland	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	-3%	Moderate
Assault	197	+97%	+57%	High
Robbery	45	-55%	-55%	Low
Rape	23	-77%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	161	+61%	+61%	High
Larceny / Theft	127	+27%	+2%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	76	-24%	-52%	Low

How Lakeside Park Compares

Crime index by category: Lakeside Park vs Oakland average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Lakeside Park Crime Map

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Lakeside Park Demographics & Context

Population

185

Median Income

$79,396

Home Value

$412,830

Median Age

Pop. Density

2,440/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.3%

Graduate Degree 39.9%

Housing

38%

62%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 46.2%

Black 10.3%

Hispanic 8%

Asian 33%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Lakeside Index: 188

Adams Point Index: 160

Waverly Index: 193

Uptown Index: 198

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Oaksterdam Index: 197

D-

Civic Center Index: 186

Northgate Index: 189

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Downtown Oakland Index: 196

Lakeside Park Crime Map

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Oakland Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lakeside Park, Oakland?

Lakeside Park in Oakland, CA has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 188, which is 88% above the national average. Compared to the Oakland average, crime in Lakeside Park is 53% higher. Lakeside Park is safer than 48% of neighborhoods in Oakland.

Is Lakeside Park a safe neighborhood in Oakland?

Lakeside Park has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 197), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 23).

How does Lakeside Park compare to the rest of Oakland?

Lakeside Park's overall crime index is 188, compared to the Oakland average of 135. This means crime in Lakeside Park is 53% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 97, and for property crime it is 121. 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 Lakeside Park?

The most prevalent crime type in Lakeside Park is Assault, with a crime index of 197 (97% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Lakeside Park?

Nearby neighborhoods include Lakeside, Adams Point, Waverly, Uptown. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Lakeside Park?

Lakeside Park has a population of approximately 185. The median household income is $79,396. The median home value is $412,830. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Lakeside Park crime compare to the national average?

Lakeside Park's overall crime rate is 88% above the national average (index 188 vs 100). Within Oakland, it is safer than 48% 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.