Crime Safety Grade

B

Plant City, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 86% of U.S. cities

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

Is Plant City Safe?

With an overall crime index of 67, Plant City has a 33% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 362. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Walden Lake earning an A+ grade while Bracewell Heights rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Plant City
67
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
67
33% below average
Violent Crime
69
31% below average
Property Crime
90
10% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Plant City

1 in 362

Property crime: 1 in 278

Where Is It Safe in Plant City?

Plant City Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 25% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 72% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 28 ▼ 72%
Assault Violent 93 ▼ 7%
Robbery Violent 86 ▼ 14%
Burglary Property 125 ▲ 25%
Larceny / Theft Property 84 ▼ 16%
Vehicle Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Plant City Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Walden Lake A+ 30
2 Countrywood A+ 119
3 Bracewell Heights A 52

Plant City Crime by Zip Code

Plant City Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
39,437
Median Income
$54,933
Home Value
$181,243
Median Rent
$1,056
Home Ownership
60%

Racial Demographics

White
71.5%
Black
10.7%
Hispanic
29.2%
Asian
1.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Plant City?
Plant City has an overall crime index of 67, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Plant City are rated A or B for safety.
Is Plant City safe to live in?
Plant City 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 Plant City?
The safest neighborhoods in Plant City based on crime data include Walden Lake, Countrywood, and Bracewell Heights. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Plant City crime compare to the national average?
Plant City's overall crime index is 67 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 33% lower than the typical US city.

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