Crime Safety Grade

B+

Orange, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Orange Safe?

With an overall crime index of 45, Orange has a 55% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 357. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Orange Park Acres earning an A+ grade while Riverbend rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Orange
45
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
45
55% below average
Violent Crime
70
30% below average
Property Crime
62
38% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Orange

1 in 357

Property crime: 1 in 403

Where Is It Safe in Orange?

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Orange Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 11% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 53% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 53 ▼ 47%
Assault Violent 47 ▼ 53%
Robbery Violent 111 ▲ 11%
Burglary Property 64 ▼ 36%
Larceny / Theft Property 55 ▼ 45%
Vehicle Theft Property 67 ▼ 33%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Orange Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Orange Park Acres A+ 36
2 Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana A+ 47
3 Mabury Ranch A 14
4 Serrano Heights A 26
5 El Modena A 38
6 Riverbend B+ 106

Orange Crime by Zip Code

92867
A Index: 44
92863
A Index: 41
92869
A Index: 39
92865
A- Index: 72
92868
A- Index: 100
92866
A- Index: 131

Orange Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
139,322
Median Income
$96,605
Home Value
$680,269
Median Rent
$1,857
Home Ownership
59%

Racial Demographics

White
62%
Black
1.9%
Hispanic
39.9%
Asian
14.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Orange?
Orange has an overall crime index of 45, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Orange are rated A or B for safety.
Is Orange safe to live in?
Orange 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 Orange?
The safest neighborhoods in Orange based on crime data include Orange Park Acres, Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana, Mabury Ranch, Serrano Heights, and El Modena. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Orange crime compare to the national average?
Orange's overall crime index is 45 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 55% lower than the typical US city.

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