Crime Safety Grade

B

Pensacola, FL Crime Rate

Higher crime than 60% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 26+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Pensacola Safe?

With an overall crime index of 119, Pensacola has a 19% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 212. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Brittany Forge earning an A+ grade while Sunny Ridge rates D+.

Crime Index Comparison

Pensacola
119
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
119
19% above average
Violent Crime
118
18% above average
Property Crime
124
24% above average
Safe Areas
77%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Pensacola

1 in 212

Property crime: 1 in 202

Where Is It Safe in Pensacola?

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Pensacola Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 35% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 9% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 121 ▲ 21%
Assault Violent 125 ▲ 25%
Robbery Violent 109 ▲ 9%
Burglary Property 118 ▲ 18%
Larceny / Theft Property 135 ▲ 35%
Vehicle Theft Property 120 ▲ 20%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Pensacola Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Brittany Forge A+ 27
2 La Mirage A 62
3 Regency Park A 69
4 Avondale A 97
5 Baymark A 140
6 Cervello A 164
7 Woodland Heights A 59
8 Pensacola International Airport A- 115
9 Carriage Hills A- 82
10 Myrtle Grove Northwest A- 139
11 Myrtle Grove Southwest A- 80
12 Crescent Lake A- 107
13 Atwood / Northcross A- 109
14 Kensington B+ 130
15 East Hill B+ 129
16 Walden B+ 128
17 Montclair B 107
18 Mayfair B- 122
19 Brownsville South B- 148
20 Eastmount B- 125
21 St. John Coalition C+ 144
22 Renz-anna Villa C+ 165
23 Downtown Pensacola C 148
24 East Downtown Pensacola C 149
25 Brownsville North C- 176
26 Sunny Ridge D+ 175

Pensacola Crime by Zip Code

32520
A Index: 140
32509
A Index: 44
32526
A Index: 65
32508
A Index: 12
32511
A Index: 3
32504
A- Index: 95
32507
A- Index: 106
32506
A- Index: 110
32514
A- Index: 102
32503
A- Index: 88
32534
A- Index: 112
32512
A- Index: 70
32505
B+ Index: 123
32502
B- Index: 152
32501
B- Index: 137

Pensacola Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
360,711
Median Income
$56,199
Home Value
$198,868
Median Rent
$998
Home Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

White
61.2%
Black
27%
Hispanic
6.1%
Asian
4.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Pensacola?
Pensacola has an overall crime index of 119, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 77% of neighborhoods in Pensacola are rated A or B for safety.
Is Pensacola safe to live in?
Pensacola 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 Pensacola?
The safest neighborhoods in Pensacola based on crime data include Brittany Forge, La Mirage, Regency Park, Avondale, and Baymark. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Pensacola crime compare to the national average?
Pensacola's overall crime index is 119 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 19% higher than the typical US city.

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