Villa Del Sol Apartments Neighborhood, Palm Desert

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Summary: Villa Del Sol Apartments, Palm Desert Crime Rate (2026)

Villa Del Sol Apartments in Palm Desert, CA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 168, which is 68% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 14, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 168 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 173
73% above national avg

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Is Villa Del Sol Apartments Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. Villa Del Sol Apartments in Palm Desert, CA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 168, which is 68% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Palm Desert average (crime index 173), Villa Del Sol Apartments is 5% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 181, 81% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 59). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 181 (81% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 59 (41% below avg)

Villa Del Sol Apartments Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Palm Desert city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
155 +55% High
Assault
177 +77% High
Robbery
173 +73% High
Rape
59 -41% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
181 +81% High
Larceny / Theft
181 +81% High
Vehicle Theft
158 +58% High

How Villa Del Sol Apartments Compares

Crime index by category: Villa Del Sol Apartments vs Palm Desert average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Villa Del Sol Apartments Crime Map

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

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Villa Del Sol Apartments Demographics & Context

Population
8
Median Income
$60,488
Home Value
$291,514
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
2,096/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

44%
56%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 32.7%
Asian 4.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Villa Del Sol Apartments, Palm Desert?

Villa Del Sol Apartments in Palm Desert, CA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 168, which is 68% above the national average. Compared to the Palm Desert average, crime in Villa Del Sol Apartments is 5% lower.

Is Villa Del Sol Apartments a safe neighborhood in Palm Desert?

Villa Del Sol Apartments is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Palm Desert, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 181), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 59).

How does Villa Del Sol Apartments compare to the rest of Palm Desert?

Villa Del Sol Apartments's overall crime index is 168, compared to the Palm Desert average of 173. This means crime in Villa Del Sol Apartments is 5% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 141, and for property crime it is 173. 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 Villa Del Sol Apartments?

The most prevalent crime type in Villa Del Sol Apartments is Burglary, with a crime index of 181 (81% 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 Villa Del Sol Apartments?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Palma Village Groves, Pele Place and South Palm Desert. These areas are close to Villa Del Sol Apartments and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Villa Del Sol Apartments?

Villa Del Sol Apartments has a population of approximately 8. The median household income is $60,488. The median home value is $291,514. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Villa Del Sol Apartments crime compare to the national average?

Villa Del Sol Apartments's overall crime rate is 68% above the national average (index 168 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 June 2026.