Pleasant Grove, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Last updated: August 24, 2026
Lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated August 2026
Summary: Pleasant Grove, CA Crime Rate (2026)
Pleasant Grove, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 40% below the national average. Pleasant Grove has lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Data source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) & local law enforcement agencies. Last updated: August 24, 2026.
Is Pleasant Grove Safe?
Yes — Pleasant Grove is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Pleasant Grove has a crime rate that is 40% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 484.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 484
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
46% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 57
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
4% lower than national average
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Pleasant Grove Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
85 | -15% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
28 | -72% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
142 | +42% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
87 | -13% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
115 | +15% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Pleasant Grove, CA?
Pleasant Grove, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 40% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 484 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 57 chance for property crime. Pleasant Grove has lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Pleasant Grove, CA safe to live in?
Pleasant Grove is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Pleasant Grove is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Pleasant Grove?
The estimated violent crime rate in Pleasant Grove is 206.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 46% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 484 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 4.2 per 100K (15% below average); aggravated assault at 74.9 per 100K (72% below average); robbery at 104.6 per 100K (42% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Pleasant Grove?
The estimated property crime rate in Pleasant Grove is 1,756.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 4% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 57 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 174.9 per 100K (35% below average); larceny/theft at 1,216.3 per 100K (13% below average); vehicle theft at 365.6 per 100K (15% above average).
How does Pleasant Grove crime compare to the national average?
Pleasant Grove's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (42% above average), while assault is 72% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Pleasant Grove has lower crime than 76% of them.
Is Pleasant Grove safe to visit?
Pleasant Grove is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 4% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Pleasant Grove crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Pleasant Grove's crime rate is 40% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Pleasant Grove?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Pleasant Grove, with an estimated rate of 1,216.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 13% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,757 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (207 per 100K) in Pleasant Grove, which is consistent with national trends.