Crime Safety Grade

A

Orem, UT Crime Rate

Lower crime than 84% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 21+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Orem Safe?

With an overall crime index of 72, Orem has a 28% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 347. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Orchard earning an A+ grade while Sharon Park rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Orem
72
Utah Avg
97
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
72
28% below average
Violent Crime
72
28% below average
Property Crime
105
5% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Orem

1 in 347

Property crime: 1 in 238

Where Is It Safe in Orem?

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Orem Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 24% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 41% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Assault Violent 59 ▼ 41%
Robbery Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Burglary Property 92 ▼ 8%
Larceny / Theft Property 124 ▲ 24%
Vehicle Theft Property 99 ▼ 1%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Orem Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Heatheridge A+ 3
2 Orem A+ 32
3 Canyon View A+ 20
4 Windsor A+ 15
5 Northridge A+ 8
6 Orchard A+ 11
7 Cascade A+ 36
8 Sharon A+ 53
9 Aspen A+ 65
10 Stonewood A+ 67
11 Timpview A 59
12 Orem Park A 86
13 Lakeview A 102
14 Suncrest A 87
15 Sunset Heights East A 99
16 Lakeridge A 104
17 Orem North A 109
18 Geneva Heights A 141
19 Hillcrest A 136
20 Cherry Hill A 138
21 Sharon Park A- 151

Orem Crime by Zip Code

84097
A+ Index: 48
84057
A Index: 88
84058
A Index: 91

Orem Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
97,883
Median Income
$65,622
Home Value
$297,508
Median Rent
$1,057
Home Ownership
59%

Racial Demographics

White
83.7%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
16.5%
Asian
3.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Orem?
Orem has an overall crime index of 72, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Orem are rated A or B for safety.
Is Orem safe to live in?
Orem has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Orem?
The safest neighborhoods in Orem based on crime data include Orchard, Windsor, Northridge, Canyon View, and Orem. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Orem crime compare to the national average?
Orem's overall crime index is 72 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 28% lower than the typical US city.

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