Leimert Park Safety Report
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Summary
Leimert Park has a use caution overall safety rating, with notably higher crime than most of the 114 areas analyzed. The area has a median home value of $710K (-17.0% vs area average), median household income of $66K (-30.6% vs area average), population density of 10,674 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 94.64% (+2.1% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Leimert Park
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Leimert Park in Los Angeles, CA receives a use caution overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are notably higher than most comparable areas. 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 significantly elevated walking safety related crime rates compared to other neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #94 out of 114 neighborhoods analyzed.
Consider traveling in groups and staying aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
701
Total Incidents
33.4
Monthly Average
#94 / 114
Safety Rank
High Risk
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Leimert Park show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 12:00 (54 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 3:00 when incident rates drop to 4. 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 Leimert Park reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2023-08 with 49 incidents, while 2024-07 saw the lowest activity at 19 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Los Angeles experiences approximately 33 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 15% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CA neighborhoods like Leimert Park tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Leimert Park is Trespassing | Trespassing, accounting for 21.5% of all incidents (151 cases). This is followed by Assault | Battery - Simple Assault at 19% (133 cases). The top three categories combined represent 57% 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
10,673.59
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #63 of 114 neighborhoods
-6.8% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
94.6%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #47 of 114 neighborhoods
+2.1% vs area average
Median Home Value
$710,048.84
average estimate
Ranks #60 of 114 neighborhoods
-17.0% vs area average
Median Household Income
$65,847.81
average estimate
Ranks #87 of 114 neighborhoods
-30.6% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.