Boyle Heights Safety Report
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Summary
Boyle Heights has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 114 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $474K (-44.6% vs area average), median household income of $58K (-38.8% vs area average), population density of 13,409 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 95.62% (+3.1% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Boyle Heights
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Boyle Heights in Los Angeles, CA receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 114 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA.
Walking Safety
This area has somewhat higher walking safety related crime rates than average for neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #82 out of 114 neighborhoods analyzed.
1,868
Total Incidents
155.7
Monthly Average
#82 / 114
Safety Rank
Moderate
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Boyle Heights show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the evening hours, with the highest concentration at 18:00 (114 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 5:00 when incident rates drop to 29. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Los Angeles, CA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Boyle Heights reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2023-07 with 179 incidents, while 2023-02 saw the lowest activity at 122 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Los Angeles experiences approximately 156 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 12% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CA neighborhoods like Boyle Heights tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Boyle Heights is Assault | Battery - Simple Assault, accounting for 25.9% of all incidents (484 cases). This is followed by Vandalism | Vandalism - Felony ($400 & Over, All Church Vandalisms) at 19.8% (370 cases). The top three categories combined represent 63% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Los Angeles, CA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
13,408.97
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #38 of 114 neighborhoods
+17.1% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
95.6%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #28 of 114 neighborhoods
+3.1% vs area average
Median Home Value
$474,003.29
average estimate
Ranks #98 of 114 neighborhoods
-44.6% vs area average
Median Household Income
$58,055.99
average estimate
Ranks #98 of 114 neighborhoods
-38.8% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.