Crime Safety Grade

B

Sunnyvale, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 76% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Sunnyvale Safe?

With an overall crime index of 85, Sunnyvale has a 15% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 291. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like De Anza earning an A- grade while Ponderosa rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Sunnyvale
85
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
85
15% below average
Violent Crime
86
14% below average
Property Crime
81
19% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Sunnyvale

1 in 291

Property crime: 1 in 309

Where Is It Safe in Sunnyvale?

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Sunnyvale Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 6% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 34% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 94 ▼ 6%
Assault Violent 89 ▼ 11%
Robbery Violent 75 ▼ 25%
Burglary Property 66 ▼ 34%
Larceny / Theft Property 85 ▼ 15%
Vehicle Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Sunnyvale Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 De Anza A- 41
2 Raynor A- 68
3 Ortega B+ 74
4 Serra B+ 79
5 West Murphy B+ 91
6 Lakewood B+ 72
7 East Murphy B 108
8 Washington B 110
9 Ponderosa B 119

Sunnyvale Crime by Zip Code

94087
A- Index: 66
94089
B+ Index: 71
94085
B+ Index: 93
94086
B+ Index: 114

Sunnyvale Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
152,569
Median Income
$150,464
Home Value
$1,396,490
Median Rent
$2,699
Home Ownership
45%

Racial Demographics

White
31.9%
Black
2%
Hispanic
18.5%
Asian
49.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Sunnyvale?
Sunnyvale has an overall crime index of 85, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Sunnyvale are rated A or B for safety.
Is Sunnyvale safe to live in?
Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale?
The safest neighborhoods in Sunnyvale based on crime data include De Anza, Raynor, Ortega, Serra, and West Murphy. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Sunnyvale crime compare to the national average?
Sunnyvale's overall crime index is 85 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 15% lower than the typical US city.

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