Crime Safety Grade

B+

Saratoga, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 96% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 28+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Saratoga Safe?

With an overall crime index of 41, Saratoga has a 59% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 439. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Mt. Eden Valley earning an A+ grade while Paseo rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Saratoga
41
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
41
59% below average
Violent Crime
57
43% below average
Property Crime
34
66% below average
Safe Areas
93%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Saratoga

1 in 439

Property crime: 1 in 735

Where Is It Safe in Saratoga?

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Saratoga Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 32% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 88% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 38 ▼ 62%
Assault Violent 67 ▼ 33%
Robbery Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Burglary Property 37 ▼ 63%
Larceny / Theft Property 12 ▼ 88%
Vehicle Theft Property 53 ▼ 47%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Saratoga Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Quito A+ 10
2 Mt. Eden Valley A+ 32
3 Parker Ranch A+ 11
4 Saratoga Woods A+ 6
5 Portos A+ 7
6 Prides Crossing A+ 3
7 Saratoga Gardens A+ 3
8 Arguello A+ 9
9 Aspesi / Ravenwood A+ 5
10 Azule A+ 10
11 Brookview A+ 4
12 Douglas / Horsehoe A+ 3
13 Foothills A+ 18
14 Fruitvale A+ 0
15 Gateway A+ 5
16 Civic Center A 27
17 Saratoga Oaks A 32
18 Tollgate A 32
19 Golden Triangle A 21
20 Montalvo A 49
21 Saratoga Village A- 27
22 Sandborn / Bohlman A- 60
23 Sobey A- 104
24 Monte Vista A- 113
25 Quito Center B- 115
26 Paseo B- 113
27 Saratoga Retirement Community C+ 199
28 Bellgrove C+ 118

Saratoga Crime by Zip Code

95070
A- Index: 35

Saratoga Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
31,084
Median Income
$201,046
Home Value
$2,000,000
Median Rent
$3,339
Home Ownership
86%

Racial Demographics

White
42.2%
Black
0.4%
Hispanic
3.3%
Asian
51.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Saratoga?
Saratoga has an overall crime index of 41, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 93% of neighborhoods in Saratoga are rated A or B for safety.
Is Saratoga safe to live in?
Saratoga has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Saratoga?
The safest neighborhoods in Saratoga based on crime data include Mt. Eden Valley, Fruitvale, Gateway, Azule, and Arguello. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Saratoga crime compare to the national average?
Saratoga's overall crime index is 41 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 59% lower than the typical US city.

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