Crime Safety Grade

B+

Oceanside, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 71% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 17+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Oceanside Safe?

With an overall crime index of 91, Oceanside has a 9% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 248. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Ocean Hills earning an A grade while Townsite rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Oceanside
91
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
91
9% below average
Violent Crime
101
1% above average
Property Crime
97
3% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Oceanside

1 in 248

Property crime: 1 in 258

Where Is It Safe in Oceanside?

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Oceanside Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 16% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 11% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 96 ▼ 4%
Assault Violent 89 ▼ 11%
Robbery Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Burglary Property 93 ▼ 7%
Larceny / Theft Property 98 ▼ 2%
Vehicle Theft Property 100 ▼ 0%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Oceanside Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Ocean Hills A 61
2 Tri-City A 35
3 Guajome A 60
4 Morro Hills A 61
5 Airport A 41
6 South Oceanside A 138
7 North Valley A 61
8 Ivey Ranch / Rancho Del Oro A 74
9 Fire Mountain A 81
10 Oceana A- 133
11 Peacock A- 79
12 Mira Costa A- 107
13 Loma Alta A- 101
14 San Luis Rey A- 108
15 East Side Capistrano A- 95
16 Lake B+ 149
17 Townsite B 161

Oceanside Crime by Zip Code

92057
A- Index: 78
92056
A- Index: 77
92058
A- Index: 71
92054
A- Index: 122

Oceanside Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
175,694
Median Income
$75,411
Home Value
$534,160
Median Rent
$1,803
Home Ownership
57%

Racial Demographics

White
61.1%
Black
5.5%
Hispanic
37.5%
Asian
9.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Oceanside?
Oceanside has an overall crime index of 91, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Oceanside are rated A or B for safety.
Is Oceanside safe to live in?
Oceanside has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Oceanside?
The safest neighborhoods in Oceanside based on crime data include Ocean Hills, Tri-City, Guajome, Morro Hills, and Airport. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Oceanside crime compare to the national average?
Oceanside's overall crime index is 91 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 9% lower than the typical US city.

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