Crime Safety Grade

A+

San Anselmo, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

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

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Is San Anselmo Safe?

With an overall crime index of 45, San Anselmo has a 55% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 481. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Sleepy Hollow earning an A+ grade while San Anselmo rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

San Anselmo
45
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
45
55% below average
Violent Crime
52
48% below average
Property Crime
70
30% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in San Anselmo

1 in 481

Property crime: 1 in 357

Where Is It Safe in San Anselmo?

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San Anselmo Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 2% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 50% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 50 ▼ 50%
Assault Violent 54 ▼ 46%
Robbery Violent 52 ▼ 48%
Burglary Property 102 ▲ 2%
Larceny / Theft Property 58 ▼ 42%
Vehicle Theft Property 50 ▼ 50%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All San Anselmo Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Sleepy Hollow A+ 26
2 San Anselmo A+ 63

San Anselmo Crime by Zip Code

94960
A+ Index: 55

San Anselmo Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
12,623
Median Income
$146,179
Home Value
$1,145,440
Median Rent
$2,093
Home Ownership
66%

Racial Demographics

White
86.6%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
5.9%
Asian
5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in San Anselmo?
San Anselmo has an overall crime index of 45, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in San Anselmo are rated A or B for safety.
Is San Anselmo safe to live in?
San Anselmo has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in San Anselmo?
The safest neighborhoods in San Anselmo based on crime data include Sleepy Hollow, and San Anselmo. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does San Anselmo crime compare to the national average?
San Anselmo's overall crime index is 45 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 55% lower than the typical US city.

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