CityCheck
CitiesSafetyAskPlan
C-

Is DeLand, Florida Safe?

Population 46,346 · Safer than 27% of US cities

Stable· 2023 FBI UCR data

In a community of 46,346, each crime incident has a bigger statistical impact. DeLand earns a C- with violent crime close to the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,289 per 100K.

DeLand Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricDeLandFlorida AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate391.3326.8363.8
Property Crime Rate1952.22070.61,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate306.0--268.2
Theft Rate1289.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate363.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyC-

234.3 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeD+

391/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC-

1952/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for DeLand

Violent crime in DeLand is close to the national average. The rate of 391.3 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1952.2 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,289 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Assault is notable at 306 per 100K, above the national 268.2.

DeLand Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault306
01.1x national avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery72
01.1x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary233
086% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,289
092% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft363
01.1x national avgAvg: 318.3

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

How DeLand Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

DeLand
391.3
State
326.8
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

DeLand
1952.2
State
2070.6
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About DeLand Safety

Is DeLand safe?
Not especially. DeLand earns a C- with a crime rate of 234.3 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in DeLand?
234.3 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 391.3 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1952.2 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is DeLand safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. DeLand's C- grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,289 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in DeLand?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in DeLand generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the DeLand police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in DeLand?
Crime rates have held steady in DeLand, without significant movement in either direction. The city maintains its C- grade.
How does DeLand compare to other cities in Florida?
Below average for the state. DeLand ranks behind about 73% of Florida cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is DeLand to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average. Rates have been stable.
How bad is crime in DeLand?
Bad. A C- grade and 234.3 per-thousand rate put DeLand below 73% of US cities. Violent crime at 391 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in DeLand?
391.3 per 100,000, which is 8% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (306), robbery (72), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

Nearby Cities in Florida

Similar-sized communities in Florida. Compare crime rates across the state.

C
See crime rates in North Miami Beach46,236 pop · Grade C
C
See crime rates in Haines City45,973 pop · Grade C
C
See crime rates in North Lauderdale45,733 pop · Grade C
C
See crime rates in Oakland Park45,332 pop · Grade C
C+
See crime rates in Cutler Bay44,750 pop · Grade C+
D+
See crime rates in Greenacres44,736 pop · Grade D+
View all Florida city safety grades

Looking for things to do? See activities, events and places in DeLand

Get weekly safety updates for DeLand

Weekly crime trend updates and safety grade changes delivered to your inbox.

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.

Know before you go

CityCheck covers safety grades, crime data, and things to do for every US city.

Explore cities