Crime Safety Grade

B-

Temple, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 61% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 17+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Temple Safe?

With an overall crime index of 102, Temple has a 2% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 250. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Valley Ranch earning an A+ grade while Crestview rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Temple
102
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
102
2% above average
Violent Crime
100
At national average
Property Crime
104
4% above average
Safe Areas
94%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Temple

1 in 250

Property crime: 1 in 240

Where Is It Safe in Temple?

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Temple Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 21% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 11% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 90 ▼ 10%
Assault Violent 121 ▲ 21%
Robbery Violent 89 ▼ 11%
Burglary Property 117 ▲ 17%
Larceny / Theft Property 104 ▲ 4%
Vehicle Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Temple Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Valley Ranch A+ 21
2 Tanglewood A+ 66
3 Lakeaire A+ 66
4 Seven Coves A+ 66
5 North Chance A 44
6 Wildflower A 51
7 Canyon Creek A 55
8 Western Hills A- 73
9 Midway A- 106
10 Southpark B+ 110
11 Temple Town Center B+ 117
12 Bentley Homes B 153
13 Temple Heights B 158
14 Talcoe B 154
15 Bellview B- 178
16 Freeman Heights B- 149
17 Crestview C+ 159

Temple Crime by Zip Code

76502
A Index: 71
76501
A- Index: 107
76504
B+ Index: 134
76508
B Index: 179

Temple Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
106,332
Median Income
$53,723
Home Value
$145,364
Median Rent
$911
Home Ownership
54%

Racial Demographics

White
64.6%
Black
19.1%
Hispanic
24.8%
Asian
2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Temple?
Temple has an overall crime index of 102, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 94% of neighborhoods in Temple are rated A or B for safety.
Is Temple safe to live in?
Temple 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 Temple?
The safest neighborhoods in Temple based on crime data include Valley Ranch, Tanglewood, Lakeaire, Seven Coves, and North Chance. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Temple crime compare to the national average?
Temple's overall crime index is 102 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 2% higher than the typical US city.

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