Santa Clara Neighborhood, Santa Clara

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most neighborhoods

Summary: Santa Clara, Santa Clara Crime Rate (2026)

Santa Clara in Santa Clara, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 16, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 92 / 300 High

Violent Crime 107

7% above national avg

Property Crime 142

42% above national avg

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Is Santa Clara Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is safer than most. Santa Clara in Santa Clara, CA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average of 100.

Compared to the Santa Clara average (crime index 91), Santa Clara is 1% higher in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 73). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 173 (73% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 73 (27% below avg)

Santa Clara Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Santa Clara	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	106	+6%	+2%	Moderate
Assault	96	-4%	-3%	Average
Robbery	152	+52%	+54%	High
Rape	73	-27%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	112	+12%	+43%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	173	+73%	+58%	High
Vehicle Theft	142	+42%	+37%	Moderate

How Santa Clara Compares

Crime index by category: Santa Clara vs Santa Clara average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Santa Clara Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Santa Clara Demographics & Context

Population

739

Median Income

$76,907

Home Value

$1,035,859

Median Age

Pop. Density

13,710/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%

Graduate Degree 13.1%

Housing

30%

70%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 35.7%

Black 5.4%

Hispanic 38.8%

Asian 29%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Santa Clara East Central Index: 116

Santa Clara South 101 Index: 87

B+

Santa Clara Southeast Index: 117

Santa Clara North Central Index: 78

B+

Santa Clara West Central Index: 99

B+

Santa Clara Southwest Index: 65

A-

Rivermark of Santa Clara Index: 137

North 101 Index: 27

Santa Clara Crime Map

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Santa Clara Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Santa Clara, Santa Clara?

Santa Clara in Santa Clara, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average. Compared to the Santa Clara average, crime in Santa Clara is 1% higher.

Is Santa Clara a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara?

Santa Clara is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 173), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 73).

How does Santa Clara compare to the rest of Santa Clara?

Santa Clara's overall crime index is 92, compared to the Santa Clara average of 91. This means crime in Santa Clara is 1% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 107, and for property crime it is 142. 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 Santa Clara?

The most prevalent crime type in Santa Clara is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Santa Clara?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Santa Clara East Central, Santa Clara South 101, Santa Clara Southeast and Santa Clara North Central. These areas are close to Santa Clara and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Santa Clara?

Santa Clara has a population of approximately 739. The median household income is $76,907. The median home value is $1,035,859. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Santa Clara crime compare to the national average?

Santa Clara's overall crime rate is 8% below the national average (index 92 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 May 2026.