Lighthouse / The Circles Neighborhood, Santa Cruz

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 74% of neighborhoods in Santa Cruz

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 116 / 300 High

Violent Crime 119

19% above national avg

Property Crime 114

14% above national avg

City Ranking

74%

safer than other

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Is Lighthouse / The Circles Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Lighthouse / The Circles in Santa Cruz, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. Lighthouse / The Circles is safer than 74% of neighborhoods in Santa Cruz.

Compared to the Santa Cruz average (crime index 125), Lighthouse / The Circles is 9% lower 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: 143, 43% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 94).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 143 (43% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 94 (6% below avg)

Lighthouse / The Circles Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Santa Cruz	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	125	+25%	-14%	Moderate
Assault	127	+27%	-8%	Moderate
Robbery	115	+15%	-32%	Moderate
Rape	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	94	-6%	-26%	Average
Larceny / Theft	143	+43%	-10%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	104	+4%	-37%	Moderate

How Lighthouse / The Circles Compares

Crime index by category: Lighthouse / The Circles vs Santa Cruz average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Lighthouse / The Circles Crime Map

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Lighthouse / The Circles Demographics & Context

Population

5,211

Median Income

$90,884

Home Value

$1,359,802

Median Age

Pop. Density

5,641/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.5%

Graduate Degree 23.3%

Housing

56%

44%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.5%

Black 3.6%

Hispanic 14.4%

Asian 5.9%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Lighthouse Field State Beach Index: 165

A-

Neary Lagoon Index: 168

C+

Beach and Boardwalk District Index: 184

C+

Mission Street Corridor Index: 96

B+

King Street Index: 76

A-

California Street / Mission Hill Index: 114

B+

Beach Hill / Beach Flats Index: 186

B-

Downtown Santa Cruz Index: 154

B-

Lighthouse / The Circles Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lighthouse / The Circles, Santa Cruz?

Lighthouse / The Circles in Santa Cruz, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Compared to the Santa Cruz average, crime in Lighthouse / The Circles is 9% lower. Lighthouse / The Circles is safer than 74% of neighborhoods in Santa Cruz.

Is Lighthouse / The Circles a safe neighborhood in Santa Cruz?

Lighthouse / The Circles is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Cruz, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 143), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 94).

How does Lighthouse / The Circles compare to the rest of Santa Cruz?

Lighthouse / The Circles's overall crime index is 116, compared to the Santa Cruz average of 125. This means crime in Lighthouse / The Circles is 9% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 119, and for property crime it is 114. 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 Lighthouse / The Circles?

The most prevalent crime type in Lighthouse / The Circles is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Lighthouse / The Circles?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Lighthouse Field State Beach, Mission Street Corridor, King Street and California Street / Mission Hill. These areas are close to Lighthouse / The Circles and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Lighthouse / The Circles?

Lighthouse / The Circles has a population of approximately 5,211. The median household income is $90,884. The median home value is $1,359,802. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Lighthouse / The Circles crime compare to the national average?

Lighthouse / The Circles's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Santa Cruz, it is safer than 74% 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.