Los Altos, CA crime snapshot: safety grade A+, violent crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Very Safe
per 1000 residents
Los Altos, CA demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
With property crimes being more prevalent (48.0% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
The relatively low crime count of 50 incidents suggests Los Altos maintains good community safety standards.
Los Altos demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US0643280, a total of 50 crimes were recorded. Property crime constitutes the most significant portion, accounting for 24 incidents. Within property crime, Stolen Property Offenses are the most frequent (9 incidents), followed by Larceny/Theft Offenses (8 incidents), Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property (5 incidents), Motor Vehicle Theft (1 incident), and Burglary/Breaking & Entering (1 incident). Assault is the second most prevalent crime category with 15 incidents, all classified as Assault Offenses. The "others" category accounts for 9 incidents, all of which are Fraud Offenses. Robbery and sex offenses are less frequent, with 1 incident each. The robbery was classified as Robbery, and the sex offense was classified as Kidnapping/Abduction. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, including the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US0643280, the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we could calculate crime rates per 100k population, which is a standard measure for comparing crime levels across different areas. Furthermore, a safety score and grade could be assigned based on the crime rates relative to national averages or other comparable areas. Violent and property crime rates could also be calculated separately to provide a more nuanced understanding of the types of crime prevalent in the area. Crime map data and zip code data would allow for a more granular analysis of crime patterns within the area.
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Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Los Altos, CA.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Los Altos, CA and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
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Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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