Institute Place Neighborhood, Portland

Last updated: November 6, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: Institute Place, Portland Crime Rate (2026)

Institute Place, Portland, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 16% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: November 6, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 168
68% above national avg

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Is Institute Place Safe?

Mixed — the grade is relative to other neighborhoods, but crime is above the national average. Institute Place in Portland, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Portland average (crime index 102), Institute Place is 14% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 191, 91% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 82). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 191 (91% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 82 (18% below avg)

Institute Place Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
176 +76% High
Assault
82 -18% Average
Robbery
190 +90% High
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
191 +91% High
Vehicle Theft
172 +72% High

How Institute Place Compares

Crime index by category: Institute Place vs Portland average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Institute Place Crime Map

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Institute Place Demographics & Context

Population
161
Median Income
$63,385
Home Value
$572,761
Median Age
30
Pop. Density
21,502/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.9%
Graduate Degree 19.4%

Housing

6%
94%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.4%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 5.5%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Reed Index: 121
A
Creston-Kenilworth Index: 134
B+
Eastmoreland Index: 40
A+
Richmond Index: 109
A
Brooklyn Index: 135
A
Woodstock Index: 67
A
Sellwood Moreland Index: 126
A
Hosford-Abernethy Index: 95
A
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Institute Place, Portland?

Institute Place in Portland, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Compared to the Portland average, crime in Institute Place is 14% higher.

Is Institute Place a safe neighborhood in Portland?

Institute Place has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 191), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 82).

How does Institute Place compare to the rest of Portland?

Institute Place's overall crime index is 116, compared to the Portland average of 102. This means crime in Institute Place is 14% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 133, and for property crime it is 168. 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 Institute Place?

The most common crime type in Institute Place is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 191 (91% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Institute Place?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Reed, Creston-Kenilworth, Eastmoreland and Richmond. These areas are close to Institute Place and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Institute Place?

Institute Place has a population of approximately 161. The median household income is $63,385. The median home value is $572,761. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Institute Place crime compare to the national average?

Institute Place's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 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 November 2026.