Crime Safety Grade

A-

Sugar Land, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 93% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 21+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Sugar Land Safe?

With an overall crime index of 51, Sugar Land has a 49% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 362. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Maranatha Farms earning an A+ grade while Lake Pointe Town Center rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Sugar Land
51
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
51
49% below average
Violent Crime
69
31% below average
Property Crime
59
41% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Sugar Land

1 in 362

Property crime: 1 in 424

Where Is It Safe in Sugar Land?

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Sugar Land Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 15% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 53% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 47 ▼ 53%
Assault Violent 75 ▼ 25%
Robbery Violent 85 ▼ 15%
Burglary Property 48 ▼ 52%
Larceny / Theft Property 67 ▼ 33%
Vehicle Theft Property 61 ▼ 39%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Sugar Land Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Riverstone A+ 24
2 Sweetwater A+ 14
3 Maranatha Farms A+ 46
4 Avalon A+ 8
5 Telfair A+ 17
6 Commonwealth A+ 12
7 New Territory A+ 16
8 New Territory West A+ 40
9 Greatwood A 20
10 Sugarwood A 20
11 Sugar Mill A 53
12 Riverpark A 30
13 First Colony A 55
14 Sugar Creek A- 64
15 Old Sugar Land A- 94
16 Alkire Lake A- 44
17 Venetian Estates A- 42
18 Sugar Lakes A- 42
19 Orchard Lakes B- 128
20 Chelsea Harbour B- 128
21 Lake Pointe Town Center B- 168

Sugar Land Crime by Zip Code

77479
A Index: 32
77478
A- Index: 68
77498
A- Index: 66

Sugar Land Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
118,563
Median Income
$123,261
Home Value
$338,015
Median Rent
$1,768
Home Ownership
81%

Racial Demographics

White
42.9%
Black
10.9%
Hispanic
14.1%
Asian
38.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Sugar Land?
Sugar Land has an overall crime index of 51, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Sugar Land are rated A or B for safety.
Is Sugar Land safe to live in?
Sugar Land has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Sugar Land?
The safest neighborhoods in Sugar Land based on crime data include Maranatha Farms, New Territory, New Territory West, Commonwealth, and Riverstone. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Sugar Land crime compare to the national average?
Sugar Land's overall crime index is 51 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 49% lower than the typical US city.

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