Chinatown Safety Report
DISTRICT • SAN FRANCISCO, CASummary
Chinatown has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 41 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $1.53M (+17.3% vs area average), median household income of $38K (-74.3% vs area average), population density of 63,784 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 85.4% (-4.8% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Chinatown
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Chinatown in San Francisco, CA receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This district was compared against 41 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 district in San Francisco, CA.
Walking Safety
This area has notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most districts in the region. This area ranks #39 out of 41 districts analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
246
Total Incidents
20.5
Monthly Average
#39 / 41
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Chinatown show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the morning hours, with the highest concentration at 11:00 (26 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 4:00 when incident rates drop to 1. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in San Francisco, CA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Chinatown reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-08 with 35 incidents, while 2025-06 saw the lowest activity at 14 incidents. On average, this district in San Francisco experiences approximately 21 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CA neighborhoods like Chinatown tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Chinatown is Assault | Simple Assault | Battery, accounting for 29.7% of all incidents (73 cases). This is followed by Theft | Larceny Theft - Pickpocket | Theft, Pickpocket, $200-$950 at 12.2% (30 cases). The top three categories combined represent 51% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in San Francisco, CA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
63,783.77
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #3 of 41 districts
+157.9% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
85.4%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #32 of 41 districts
-4.8% vs area average
Median Home Value
$1,526,883.72
average estimate
Ranks #10 of 40 districts
+17.3% vs area average
Median Household Income
$37,914.66
average estimate
Ranks #41 of 41 districts
-74.3% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this district. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.