Crime Safety Grade

A

Surprise, AZ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 12+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Surprise Safe?

With an overall crime index of 42, Surprise has a 58% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 806. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Dove Valley earning an A+ grade while Surprise Farms rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Surprise
42
Arizona Avg
117
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
42
58% below average
Violent Crime
31
69% below average
Property Crime
29
71% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Surprise

1 in 806

Property crime: 1 in 862

Where Is It Safe in Surprise?

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Surprise Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 53% below avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 80% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 20 ▼ 80%
Assault Violent 44 ▼ 56%
Robbery Violent 30 ▼ 70%
Burglary Property 47 ▼ 53%
Larceny / Theft Property 22 ▼ 78%
Vehicle Theft Property 20 ▼ 80%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Surprise Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Dove Valley A+ 21
2 Sierra Montaña A+ 0
3 Copper Canyon Ranch A+ 13
4 Marley Park A+ 33
5 Greer Ranch A+ 18
6 Asante A+ 42
7 Desert Oasis at Surprise A+ 16
8 Sun City Grand A+ 61
9 Arizona Traditions A+ 49
10 Happy Trails / Great Eagle Golf Club A+ 153
11 Surprise Farms A 65
12 Zanjero Trail A 32

Surprise Crime by Zip Code

85379
A+ Index: 11
85387
A+ Index: 35
85388
A+ Index: 43
85374
A+ Index: 74
85378
A- Index: 113

Surprise Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
139,007
Median Income
$71,192
Home Value
$257,309
Median Rent
$1,443
Home Ownership
76%

Racial Demographics

White
75.4%
Black
6.3%
Hispanic
19.6%
Asian
3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Surprise?
Surprise has an overall crime index of 42, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Surprise are rated A or B for safety.
Is Surprise safe to live in?
Surprise has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Surprise?
The safest neighborhoods in Surprise based on crime data include Dove Valley, Sierra Montaña, Copper Canyon Ranch, Marley Park, and Greer Ranch. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Surprise crime compare to the national average?
Surprise's overall crime index is 42 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 58% lower than the typical US city.

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