Crime Safety Grade

B-

Redwood City, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 65% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 19+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Redwood City Safe?

With an overall crime index of 98, Redwood City has a 2% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 240. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Central Woodside earning an A grade while Stambaugh Heller rates C.

Crime Index Comparison

Redwood City
98
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
98
2% below average
Violent Crime
104
4% above average
Property Crime
80
20% below average
Safe Areas
89%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Redwood City

1 in 240

Property crime: 1 in 313

Where Is It Safe in Redwood City?

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Redwood City Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 13% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 24% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Assault Violent 100 ▼ 0%
Robbery Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Burglary Property 76 ▼ 24%
Larceny / Theft Property 81 ▼ 19%
Vehicle Theft Property 83 ▼ 17%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Redwood City Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Central Woodside A 72
2 Emerald Lake Hills A 43
3 Woodside Heights A 87
4 Kings Mountain / Skyline A 90
5 Farm Hill A 31
6 Woodside Hills A 117
7 Woodside Plaza A 52
8 Family Farm / Hidden Valley A 166
9 Skywood / Skylonda A 181
10 Redwood Shores A- 59
11 Horgan Ranch A- 83
12 Oak Knoll / Edgewood Park A- 79
13 Redwood Village A- 76
14 Roosevelt A- 101
15 Friendly Acres A- 82
16 Palm Park B+ 99
17 Redwood Oaks B+ 130
18 Centennial C 164
19 Stambaugh Heller C 157

Redwood City Crime by Zip Code

94062
A Index: 77
94065
A- Index: 60
94061
A- Index: 88
94063
B+ Index: 113

Redwood City Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
84,518
Median Income
$123,294
Home Value
$1,408,920
Median Rent
$2,427
Home Ownership
48%

Racial Demographics

White
52.9%
Black
1.8%
Hispanic
37.9%
Asian
13.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Redwood City?
Redwood City has an overall crime index of 98, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 89% of neighborhoods in Redwood City are rated A or B for safety.
Is Redwood City safe to live in?
Redwood 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 Redwood City?
The safest neighborhoods in Redwood City based on crime data include Central Woodside, Emerald Lake Hills, Woodside Heights, Kings Mountain / Skyline, and Farm Hill. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Redwood City crime compare to the national average?
Redwood City's overall crime index is 98 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 2% lower than the typical US city.

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