Palos Verdes Area Neighborhood, Palos Verdes Peninsula
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates
Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Palos Verdes Peninsula
Safety at a Glance
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Is Palos Verdes Area Safe?
Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Palos Verdes Area in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 27, which is 73% below the national average of 100. Palos Verdes Area is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Palos Verdes Peninsula.
Compared to the Palos Verdes Peninsula average (crime index 27), Palos Verdes Area is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 81, 19% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.
Palos Verdes Area Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Palos Verdes Peninsula city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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26 | -74% | Low | |
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Assault
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79 | -21% | Low | |
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Robbery
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81 | -19% | Average | |
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Rape
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57 | -43% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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42 | -58% | Low | |
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Larceny / Theft
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6 | -94% | Low | |
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Vehicle Theft
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39 | -61% | Low | |
How Palos Verdes Area Compares
Crime index by category: Palos Verdes Area vs Palos Verdes Peninsula average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Palos Verdes Area Crime Map
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Palos Verdes Area Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Palos Verdes Area, Palos Verdes Peninsula?
Palos Verdes Area in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 27, which is 73% below the national average. Compared to the Palos Verdes Peninsula average, crime in Palos Verdes Area is 0% lower. Palos Verdes Area is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Palos Verdes Peninsula.
Is Palos Verdes Area a safe neighborhood in Palos Verdes Peninsula?
Palos Verdes Area is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Palos Verdes Peninsula, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 81), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Palos Verdes Peninsula.
How does Palos Verdes Area compare to the rest of Palos Verdes Peninsula?
Palos Verdes Area's overall crime index is 27, compared to the Palos Verdes Peninsula average of 27. This means crime in Palos Verdes Area is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 61, and for property crime it is 29. 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 Palos Verdes Area?
The most prevalent crime type in Palos Verdes Area is Robbery, with a crime index of 81 (19% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are the demographics of Palos Verdes Area?
Palos Verdes Area has a population of approximately 69,452. The median household income is $173,534. The median home value is $1,826,915. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Palos Verdes Area crime compare to the national average?
Palos Verdes Area's overall crime rate is 73% below the national average (index 27 vs 100). Within Palos Verdes Peninsula, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. 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.