96122 Zip Code, Portola

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Portola

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 141

41% above national avg

Property Crime 140

40% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 96122 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 96122 in Portola, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Portola.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 157 (57% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 108 (8% above avg)

96122 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Portola	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	155	+55%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	157	+57%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	154	+54%	N/A	High

96122 Crime Map

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96122 Demographics & Context

Population

3,466

Median Income

$54,645

Home Value

$253,551

Median Age

Pop. Density

25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.6%

Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

66%

34%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.8%

Black 0.6%

Hispanic 15.7%

Asian 1.3%

96122 Crime Map

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Portola Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96122, Portola?

Zip code 96122 in Portola, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 96122 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Portola.

Is Zip code 96122 a safe neighborhood in Portola?

Zip code 96122 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Portola, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 157), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Portola.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96122?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96122 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 96122?

Zip code 96122 has a population of approximately 3,466. The median household income is $54,645. The median home value is $253,551. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96122 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96122's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Portola, 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.