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Is Larkspur, California Safe?

Population 12,620 · Safer than 22% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

Larkspur is a smaller community of 12,620 people with a D+ safety grade. Crime runs below the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 250.8 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,334 per 100K.

Larkspur Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricLarkspurCalifornia AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate292.8333.9363.8
Property Crime Rate2215.42099.21,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate205.0--268.2
Theft Rate1334.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate507.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD+

250.8 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

293/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD

2215/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Larkspur

Violent crime in Larkspur is below the national average. The rate of 292.8 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2215.4 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,334 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Larkspur Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault205
076% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery72
01.1x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary331
01.2x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,334
095% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft507
01.6x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Larkspur Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Larkspur
292.8
State
333.9
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Larkspur
2215.4
State
2099.2
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Larkspur Safety

Is Larkspur safe?
Not especially. Larkspur earns a D+ with a crime rate of 250.8 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Larkspur?
250.8 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 292.8 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2215.4 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Larkspur safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Larkspur's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,334 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Larkspur?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Larkspur generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Larkspur police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Larkspur?
Yes, there's been an uptick. Larkspur's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a D+ grade overall.
How does Larkspur compare to other cities in California?
Below average for the state. Larkspur ranks behind about 87% of California cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is Larkspur to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in Larkspur?
Bad. A D+ grade and 250.8 per-thousand rate put Larkspur below 78% of US cities. Violent crime at 293 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Larkspur?
292.8 per 100,000, which is 20% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (205), robbery (72), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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