Tower Lofts Neighborhood, Oakland

Crime Rate & Statistics

C

Average crime levels — comparable to the national average

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 191 / 300 High
Violent Crime 100
0% below national avg
Property Crime 107
7% above national avg

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in Oakland

Is Tower Lofts Safe?

It's average — crime is comparable to the national average. Tower Lofts in Oakland, CA has a safety grade of C. The overall crime index is 191, which is 91% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Oakland average (crime index 135), Tower Lofts is 56% 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: 189, 89% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 13).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 189 (89% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 13 (87% below avg)

Tower Lofts 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
Murder
166 +66% High
Assault
189 +89% High
Robbery
13 -87% Low
Rape
30 -70% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
165 +65% High
Larceny / Theft
81 -19% Average
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

How Tower Lofts Compares

Crime index by category: Tower Lofts vs Oakland average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Tower Lofts Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Tower Lofts Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$168,373
Home Value
$780,000
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
2,584/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 52.1%
Graduate Degree 23.5%

Housing

41%
59%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 48.2%
Black 14.7%
Hispanic 10.7%
Asian 24.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Tower Lofts, Oakland?

Tower Lofts in Oakland, CA has a crime safety grade of C as of 2026. The overall crime index is 191, which is 91% above the national average. Compared to the Oakland average, crime in Tower Lofts is 56% higher.

Is Tower Lofts a safe neighborhood in Oakland?

Tower Lofts has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 189), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 13).

How does Tower Lofts compare to the rest of Oakland?

Tower Lofts's overall crime index is 191, compared to the Oakland average of 135. This means crime in Tower Lofts is 56% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 100, and for property crime it is 107. 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 Tower Lofts?

The most prevalent crime type in Tower Lofts is Assault, with a crime index of 189 (89% 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 Tower Lofts?

Nearby neighborhoods include Produce and Waterfront, Chinatown, Laney College, Downtown Oakland. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Tower Lofts?

Tower Lofts has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $168,373. The median home value is $780,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Tower Lofts crime compare to the national average?

Tower Lofts's overall crime rate is 91% above the national average (index 191 vs 100). 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.