689 Snelling Avenue South Neighborhood, St. Paul

Last updated: June 8, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

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Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: 689 Snelling Avenue South, St. Paul Crime Rate (2026)

689 Snelling Avenue South in St. Paul, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 8, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 56 / 300 High
Violent Crime 51
49% below national avg
Property Crime 94
6% below national avg

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Is 689 Snelling Avenue South Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. 689 Snelling Avenue South in St. Paul, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average of 100.

Compared to the St. Paul average (crime index 65), 689 Snelling Avenue South 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: 114, 14% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 14). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 14 (86% below avg)

689 Snelling Avenue South Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
56 -44% Low
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
33 -67% Low
Rape
14 -86% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
72 -28% Low
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

How 689 Snelling Avenue South Compares

Crime index by category: 689 Snelling Avenue South vs St. Paul average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

689 Snelling Avenue South Crime Map

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689 Snelling Avenue South Demographics & Context

Population
8
Median Income
$96,364
Home Value
$291,817
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
9,786/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.7%
Graduate Degree 27%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82%
Black 6.9%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 5.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Macalester-Groveland Index: 59
A
Highland Index: 89
A
Summit Hill Index: 114
A
West Seventh Index: 154
B+
Union Park Index: 102
A-
Summit-University Index: 158
C+
Hamline Midway Index: 116
A-
Frogtown Index: 122
B-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in 689 Snelling Avenue South, St. Paul?

689 Snelling Avenue South in St. Paul, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average. Compared to the St. Paul average, crime in 689 Snelling Avenue South is 9% lower.

Is 689 Snelling Avenue South a safe neighborhood in St. Paul?

689 Snelling Avenue South is generally considered a safe neighborhood in St. Paul, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 114), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 14).

How does 689 Snelling Avenue South compare to the rest of St. Paul?

689 Snelling Avenue South's overall crime index is 56, compared to the St. Paul average of 65. This means crime in 689 Snelling Avenue South is 9% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 51, and for property crime it is 94. 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 689 Snelling Avenue South?

The most prevalent crime type in 689 Snelling Avenue South is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 114 (14% 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 689 Snelling Avenue South?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Macalester-Groveland, Highland, Summit Hill and West Seventh. These areas are close to 689 Snelling Avenue South and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of 689 Snelling Avenue South?

689 Snelling Avenue South has a population of approximately 8. The median household income is $96,364. The median home value is $291,817. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does 689 Snelling Avenue South crime compare to the national average?

689 Snelling Avenue South's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average (index 56 vs 100). 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 June 2026.