Produce and Waterfront Neighborhood, Oakland

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 33% of neighborhoods in Oakland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 169 / 300 High

Violent Crime 113

13% above national avg

Property Crime 138

38% above national avg

City Ranking

33%

safer than other

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Is Produce and Waterfront Safe?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Produce and Waterfront in Oakland, CA has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average of 100. Produce and Waterfront is safer than 33% of neighborhoods in Oakland.

Compared to the Oakland average (crime index 135), Produce and Waterfront is 34% 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: 167, 67% 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 167 (67% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 23 (77% below avg)

Produce and Waterfront 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	164	+64%	+40%	High
Assault	167	+67%	+27%	High
Robbery	98	-2%	-2%	Average
Rape	23	-77%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	140	+40%	+40%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	146	+46%	+21%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	129	+29%	+1%	Moderate

How Produce and Waterfront Compares

Crime index by category: Produce and Waterfront vs Oakland average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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Produce and Waterfront Crime Map

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Produce and Waterfront Demographics & Context

Population

1,935

Median Income

$122,450

Home Value

$718,821

Median Age

Pop. Density

4,026/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 48.1%

Graduate Degree 27.1%

Housing

32%

68%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 37.5%

Black 15.7%

Hispanic 9.7%

Asian 34.6%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Chinatown Index: 196

Old Oakland Index: 157

Downtown Oakland Index: 196

City Center Index: 145

Civic Center Index: 186

Laney College Index: 172

D+

Oaksterdam Index: 197

D-

Lakeside Index: 188

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Produce and Waterfront, Oakland?

Produce and Waterfront in Oakland, CA has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average. Compared to the Oakland average, crime in Produce and Waterfront is 34% higher. Produce and Waterfront is safer than 33% of neighborhoods in Oakland.

Is Produce and Waterfront a safe neighborhood in Oakland?

Produce and Waterfront has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 167), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 23).

How does Produce and Waterfront compare to the rest of Oakland?

Produce and Waterfront's overall crime index is 169, compared to the Oakland average of 135. This means crime in Produce and Waterfront is 34% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 113, and for property crime it is 138. 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 Produce and Waterfront?

The most prevalent crime type in Produce and Waterfront is Assault, with a crime index of 167 (67% 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 Produce and Waterfront?

Nearby neighborhoods include Chinatown, Old Oakland, Downtown Oakland, City Center. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Produce and Waterfront?

Produce and Waterfront has a population of approximately 1,935. The median household income is $122,450. The median home value is $718,821. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Produce and Waterfront crime compare to the national average?

Produce and Waterfront's overall crime rate is 69% above the national average (index 169 vs 100). Within Oakland, it is safer than 33% 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.