Santa Fe Estates Neighborhood, Santa Fe

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe neighborhood — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Santa Fe

Summary: Santa Fe Estates, Santa Fe Crime Rate (2026)

Santa Fe Estates in Santa Fe, NM has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average. Santa Fe Estates is safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Santa Fe.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 7, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 172 / 300 High

Violent Crime 133

33% above national avg

Property Crime 162

62% above national avg

City Ranking

15%

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Is Santa Fe Estates Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is safe. Santa Fe Estates in Santa Fe, NM has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average of 100. Santa Fe Estates is safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Santa Fe.

Compared to the Santa Fe average (crime index 117), Santa Fe Estates is 55% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 182, 82% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 37). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 182 (82% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 37 (63% below avg)

Santa Fe Estates Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Santa Fe	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	152	+52%	+53%	High
Assault	182	+82%	+56%	High
Robbery	161	+61%	+71%	High
Rape	37	-63%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	156	+56%	+50%	High
Larceny / Theft	176	+76%	+79%	High
Vehicle Theft	155	+55%	+67%	High

How Santa Fe Estates Compares

Crime index by category: Santa Fe Estates vs Santa Fe average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Santa Fe Estates Crime Map

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Santa Fe Estates Demographics & Context

Population

602

Median Income

$61,874

Home Value

$572,301

Median Age

Pop. Density

422/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 31%

Graduate Degree 32.1%

Housing

48%

52%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.9%

Black 1.5%

Hispanic 22.3%

Asian 4.5%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Vista Encantada Index: 84

A+

Downtown Santa Fe Index: 164

A-

Monte Sereno Index: 137

Historic Santa Fe Index: 184

Don Diego Index: 172

A-

City Limits Southwest Index: 105

Don Gaspar Index: 169

North Hills Index: 158

Santa Fe Estates Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Santa Fe Estates, Santa Fe?

Santa Fe Estates in Santa Fe, NM has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average. Compared to the Santa Fe average, crime in Santa Fe Estates is 55% higher. Santa Fe Estates is safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Santa Fe.

Is Santa Fe Estates a safe neighborhood in Santa Fe?

Santa Fe Estates is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Fe, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 182), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 37).

How does Santa Fe Estates compare to the rest of Santa Fe?

Santa Fe Estates's overall crime index is 172, compared to the Santa Fe average of 117. This means crime in Santa Fe Estates is 55% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 133, and for property crime it is 162. 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 Fe Estates?

The most prevalent crime type in Santa Fe Estates is Assault, with a crime index of 182 (82% 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 Fe Estates?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Vista Encantada, Downtown Santa Fe, Monte Sereno and Historic Santa Fe. These areas are close to Santa Fe Estates and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Santa Fe Estates?

Santa Fe Estates has a population of approximately 602. The median household income is $61,874. The median home value is $572,301. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Santa Fe Estates crime compare to the national average?

Santa Fe Estates's overall crime rate is 72% above the national average (index 172 vs 100). Within Santa Fe, it is safer than 15% 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 May 2026.