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Gilbert vs Irvine: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Gilbert has a crime rate of 12.8 per 1,000 residents vs Irvine's 11.6 per 1,000, making Irvine 9% safer overall. Irvine earns a B+ safety grade compared to Gilbert's B+. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

B+

Gilbert

Arizona

Overall GradeB+
Violent CrimeB+
Property CrimeB+
Crime Rate12.8/1K
Percentile75%
B+

Irvine

California

Overall GradeB+
Violent CrimeB+
Property CrimeB+
Crime Rate11.6/1K
Percentile78%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricGilbertIrvine
Overall Crime Rate12.8/1K11.6/1K
Violent Crime Rate80.060.0
Property Crime Rate1200.01100.0
Murder Rate1.40.9
Assault Rate64.942.6
Robbery Rate10.113.2
Burglary Rate178.1172.1
Theft Rate874.7730.0
Vehicle Theft Rate181.6262.4

Crime rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Lower rates are better (safer).

Category Winner Summary

Out of 9 crime categories, Gilbert is safer in 2 and Irvine is safer in 7.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Gilbert, you have a 1 in 78 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 86 in Irvine.

Full Safety Reports

B+
Gilbert, Arizona Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
B+
Irvine, California Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert safer than Irvine?
As of 2026, Irvine is 9% safer overall, with a crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents compared to Gilbert's 12.8. Irvine earns a B+ safety grade vs Gilbert's B+. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Gilbert or Irvine?
Gilbert has more violent crime at 80 per 100,000 residents. Irvine is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Gilbert vs Irvine?
Gilbert has a crime rate of 12.8 per 1,000 (violent: 80/100K, property: 1200/100K). Irvine has 11.6 per 1,000 (violent: 60/100K, property: 1100/100K).
Should I move to Gilbert or Irvine?
From a safety perspective, Irvine has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Gilbert (pop. 287,285) and Irvine (pop. 318,764) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Irvine's B+ safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Gilbert and Irvine compare for property crime?
Irvine has lower property crime at 1100 per 100K vs Gilbert's 1200. The national average is 1,832 per 100K. Theft is the most common property crime in both cities.

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2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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