Santa Clara Southeast Neighborhood, Santa Clara

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 25% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 117 / 300 High

Violent Crime 106

6% above national avg

Property Crime 106

6% above national avg

City Ranking

25%

safer than other

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Is Santa Clara Southeast Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. Santa Clara Southeast in Santa Clara, CA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. Santa Clara Southeast is safer than 25% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

Compared to the Santa Clara average (crime index 91), Santa Clara Southeast is 26% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 64).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 133 (33% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 64 (36% below avg)

Santa Clara Southeast 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	124	+24%	+20%	Moderate
Assault	132	+32%	+33%	Moderate
Robbery	102	+2%	+4%	Moderate
Rape	64	-36%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	76	-24%	+7%	Low
Larceny / Theft	133	+33%	+18%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	110	+10%	+5%	Moderate

How Santa Clara Southeast Compares

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

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Santa Clara Southeast Crime Map

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

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Santa Clara Southeast Demographics & Context

Population

16,771

Median Income

$110,534

Home Value

$1,497,507

Median Age

Pop. Density

9,444/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29%

Graduate Degree 21.3%

Housing

49%

51%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47.3%

Black 3%

Hispanic 16.7%

Asian 34.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Santa Clara East Central Index: 116

Santa Clara West Central Index: 99

B+

Santa Clara Southwest Index: 65

A-

Santa Clara North Central Index: 78

B+

Santa Clara South 101 Index: 87

B+

Rivermark of Santa Clara Index: 137

North 101 Index: 27

Santa Clara Southeast Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Santa Clara Southeast in Santa Clara, CA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Compared to the Santa Clara average, crime in Santa Clara Southeast is 26% higher. Santa Clara Southeast is safer than 25% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

Is Santa Clara Southeast a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara?

Santa Clara Southeast is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 133), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the higher-crime neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

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

Santa Clara Southeast's overall crime index is 117, compared to the Santa Clara average of 91. This means crime in Santa Clara Southeast is 26% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 106, and for property crime it is 106. 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 Southeast?

The most prevalent crime type in Santa Clara Southeast is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Santa Clara Southeast?

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

What are the demographics of Santa Clara Southeast?

Santa Clara Southeast has a population of approximately 16,771. The median household income is $110,534. The median home value is $1,497,507. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Santa Clara Southeast crime compare to the national average?

Santa Clara Southeast's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Santa Clara, it is safer than 25% 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.