Santa Clara East Central Neighborhood, Santa Clara

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 13% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 149
49% above national avg
City Ranking
13%
safer than other
Santa Clara neighborhoods

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Is Santa Clara East Central Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. Santa Clara East Central in Santa Clara, CA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. Santa Clara East Central is safer than 13% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

Compared to the Santa Clara average (crime index 91), Santa Clara East Central is 25% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 127).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 168 (68% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 127 (27% above avg)

Santa Clara East Central Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
150 +50% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
168 +68% High
Vehicle Theft
153 +53% High

How Santa Clara East Central Compares

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

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Santa Clara East Central Crime Map

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Santa Clara East Central Demographics & Context

Population
15,865
Median Income
$87,582
Home Value
$1,409,603
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
9,434/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.8%
Graduate Degree 19.2%

Housing

35%
65%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.9%
Black 3.7%
Hispanic 20.2%
Asian 25.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Santa Clara Southeast Index: 117
B
Santa Clara South 101 Index: 87
B+
Santa Clara West Central Index: 99
B+
Santa Clara North Central Index: 78
B+
Santa Clara Southwest Index: 65
A-
Rivermark of Santa Clara Index: 137
C
North 101 Index: 27
A
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Santa Clara East Central in Santa Clara, CA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Compared to the Santa Clara average, crime in Santa Clara East Central is 25% higher. Santa Clara East Central is safer than 13% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

Is Santa Clara East Central a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara?

Santa Clara East Central is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 168), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 127). It is one of the higher-crime neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

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

Santa Clara East Central's overall crime index is 116, compared to the Santa Clara average of 91. This means crime in Santa Clara East Central is 25% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 148, and for property crime it is 149. 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 East Central?

The most prevalent crime type in Santa Clara East Central is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 168 (68% 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 East Central?

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

What are the demographics of Santa Clara East Central?

Santa Clara East Central has a population of approximately 15,865. The median household income is $87,582. The median home value is $1,409,603. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Santa Clara East Central crime compare to the national average?

Santa Clara East Central's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Santa Clara, it is safer than 13% 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.