93453 Zip Code, Santa Margarita

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Santa Margarita

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 77 / 300 High
Violent Crime 92
8% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 93453 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 93453 in Santa Margarita, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Santa Margarita.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 25 (75% below avg)

93453 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
61 -39% Low
Assault
56 -44% Low
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
25 -75% Low

93453 Crime Map

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93453 Demographics & Context

Population
4,558
Median Income
$92,882
Home Value
$659,902
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.4%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.4%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 20.6%
Asian 2.1%
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Santa Margarita Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 93453, Santa Margarita?

Zip code 93453 in Santa Margarita, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average. Zip code 93453 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Santa Margarita.

Is Zip code 93453 a safe neighborhood in Santa Margarita?

Zip code 93453 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santa Margarita, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 130), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Santa Margarita.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 93453?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 93453 is Rape, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 93453?

Zip code 93453 has a population of approximately 4,558. The median household income is $92,882. The median home value is $659,902. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 93453 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 93453's overall crime rate is 23% below the national average (index 77 vs 100). Within Santa Margarita, it is safer than 0% 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.