Crime Safety Grade

B

San Bruno, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 77% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 13+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is San Bruno Safe?

With an overall crime index of 84, San Bruno has a 16% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 258. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Portola Highlands earning an A+ grade while Bayhill rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

San Bruno
84
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
84
16% below average
Violent Crime
97
3% below average
Property Crime
94
6% below average
Safe Areas
77%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in San Bruno

1 in 258

Property crime: 1 in 266

Where Is It Safe in San Bruno?

San Bruno Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 21% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 29% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 97 ▼ 3%
Assault Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Robbery Violent 121 ▲ 21%
Burglary Property 71 ▼ 29%
Larceny / Theft Property 104 ▲ 4%
Vehicle Theft Property 106 ▲ 6%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All San Bruno Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Portola Highlands A+ 34
2 Monte Verde A 27
3 Pacific Heights A 53
4 Mills Park A 41
5 Downtown San Bruno A- 61
6 Belle Air Park A- 55
7 Huntington Park A- 60
8 Crestmoor A- 63
9 Lomita Park B+ 72
10 Rollingwood B- 100
11 Golden Gate National Cemetery C- 170
12 Bayhill C- 178
13 Tanforan D+ 180

San Bruno Crime by Zip Code

San Bruno Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
44,663
Median Income
$113,103
Home Value
$959,529
Median Rent
$2,459
Home Ownership
61%

Racial Demographics

White
38.6%
Black
1.9%
Hispanic
28.9%
Asian
35.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in San Bruno?
San Bruno has an overall crime index of 84, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 77% of neighborhoods in San Bruno are rated A or B for safety.
Is San Bruno safe to live in?
San Bruno 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 San Bruno?
The safest neighborhoods in San Bruno based on crime data include Portola Highlands, Monte Verde, Pacific Heights, Mills Park, and Downtown San Bruno. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does San Bruno crime compare to the national average?
San Bruno's overall crime index is 84 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 16% lower than the typical US city.

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