Santa Clara Southwest Neighborhood, Santa Clara

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe neighborhood — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 75% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 65 / 300 High

Violent Crime 72

28% below national avg

Property Crime 66

34% below national avg

City Ranking

75%

safer than other

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Is Santa Clara Southwest Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is safe. Santa Clara Southwest in Santa Clara, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 65, which is 35% below the national average of 100. Santa Clara Southwest is safer than 75% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

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

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 97, 3% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 29).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 29 (71% below avg)

Santa Clara Southwest 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	81	-19%	-23%	Average
Assault	87	-13%	-12%	Average
Robbery	59	-41%	-39%	Low
Rape	59	-41%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	29	-71%	-40%	Low
Larceny / Theft	72	-28%	-43%	Low
Vehicle Theft	97	-3%	-8%	Average

How Santa Clara Southwest Compares

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

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Santa Clara Southwest Crime Map

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

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Santa Clara Southwest Demographics & Context

Population

11,525

Median Income

$154,317

Home Value

$1,826,163

Median Age

Pop. Density

7,103/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.4%

Graduate Degree 31.8%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 39%

Black 1.8%

Hispanic 10.6%

Asian 48.2%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Santa Clara West Central Index: 99

B+

Santa Clara Southeast Index: 117

Santa Clara North Central Index: 78

B+

Santa Clara East Central Index: 116

Santa Clara South 101 Index: 87

B+

North 101 Index: 27

Rivermark of Santa Clara Index: 137

Santa Clara Southwest 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 Southwest, Santa Clara?

Santa Clara Southwest in Santa Clara, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 65, which is 35% below the national average. Compared to the Santa Clara average, crime in Santa Clara Southwest is 26% lower. Santa Clara Southwest is safer than 75% of neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

Is Santa Clara Southwest a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara?

Santa Clara Southwest is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Clara, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 97), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 29). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Santa Clara.

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

Santa Clara Southwest's overall crime index is 65, compared to the Santa Clara average of 91. This means crime in Santa Clara Southwest is 26% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 72, and for property crime it is 66. 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 Southwest?

The most prevalent crime type in Santa Clara Southwest is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 97 (3% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Santa Clara Southwest?

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

What are the demographics of Santa Clara Southwest?

Santa Clara Southwest has a population of approximately 11,525. The median household income is $154,317. The median home value is $1,826,163. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

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

Santa Clara Southwest's overall crime rate is 35% below the national average (index 65 vs 100). Within Santa Clara, it is safer than 75% 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.