Laney College Neighborhood, Oakland
Crime Rate & Statistics
Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average
Safer than 26% of neighborhoods in Oakland
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Is Laney College Safe?
No — crime is noticeably above average here. Laney College in Oakland, CA has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average of 100. Laney College is safer than 26% of neighborhoods in Oakland.
Compared to the Oakland average (crime index 135), Laney College is 37% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.
Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 67).
Laney College Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Oakland city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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171 | +71% | High | |
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Assault
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168 | +68% | High | |
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Robbery
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141 | +41% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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67 | -33% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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130 | +30% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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169 | +69% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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160 | +60% | High | |
How Laney College Compares
Crime index by category: Laney College vs Oakland average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Laney College Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Laney College, Oakland?
Laney College in Oakland, CA has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average. Compared to the Oakland average, crime in Laney College is 37% higher. Laney College is safer than 26% of neighborhoods in Oakland.
Is Laney College a safe neighborhood in Oakland?
Laney College has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 171), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 67).
How does Laney College compare to the rest of Oakland?
Laney College's overall crime index is 172, compared to the Oakland average of 135. This means crime in Laney College is 37% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 137, and for property crime it is 153. 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 Laney College?
The most prevalent crime type in Laney College is Murder, with a crime index of 171 (71% 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 Laney College?
Nearby neighborhoods include Merritt, Civic Center, East Peralta, Chinatown. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Laney College?
Laney College has a population of approximately 1,045. The median household income is $89,649. The median home value is $883,556. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Laney College crime compare to the national average?
Laney College's overall crime rate is 72% above the national average (index 172 vs 100). Within Oakland, it is safer than 26% 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.