The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Solana Beach, CA: Crime Maps and Statistics

D-

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	D+
Property Crime Grade	F
Other Crime Grade	B+

Which crimes are included?

$7.06 million

Cost of Crime™ for Solana Beach, CA

In 2025, crime will cost $1,297 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Solana Beach in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Solana Beach, CA Safe?

The D- grade indicates that the rate of crime is much higher than that of the average US city. Solana Beach ranks in the 14th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 14% of cities but less safe than 86%. This analysis applies only to Solana Beach's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Solana Beach is 44.10 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Solana Beach Residents generally consider the northeast part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Solana Beach varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 16 in the west neighborhoods to 1 in 48 in the northeast.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the south parts of Solana Beach, CA see the most incidents - about 229 per year. In contrast, the northwest part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 11 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Solana Beach, CA

The total projected cost of crime in Solana Beach for 2025 is $7,058,350. This translates to approximately $550 per resident and $1,297 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.6% of the median household income in Solana Beach. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 55.7%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 34.2%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 10.1%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Solana Beach Compared to Other Cities?

Solana Beach, CA:	$550
Lodi, CA:	$1387
Rescue, CA:	$213
California:	$491
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Solana Beach is $550 per year, which is $86 more than the national average and $59 more than California's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Solana Beach:

In Lodi, CA, crime costs $1,387 per person, which is $838 more than in Solana Beach.
In Rescue, CA, crime costs $213 per person, which is $337 less than in Solana Beach

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Solana Beach for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Solana Beach	Cost per Solana Beach Resident
Murder	$1.17 million	$91
Rape/Sexual Assault	$359,119	$28
Robbery	$454,158	$35
Assault	$977,591	$76
Kidnapping	$72,694	$6
Vehicle Theft	$1.32 million	$103
Burglary	$704,719	$55
Theft	$1.45 million	$113
Arson	$84,488	$7
Vandalism	$138,237	$11
Animal Cruelty	$3,234	$0
Drug Crimes	$282,823	$22
Identity Theft	$45,424	$4
Total Cost of Crime	$7,058,350	$550

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Solana Beach, CA

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Solana Beach totals $9,967,352 ($776 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $17,025,702 ($1,326 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Solana Beach crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the south part of the city has more retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas, of which Solana Beach has 10, have the same problem. Of Solana Beach’s 12,839 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Solana Beach, CA at ISP Reports.

Solana Beach Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Solana Beach residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	2.651
Robbery	1.125
Rape	0.4613
Murder	0.0484
Total Violent Crime	4.286 (D+)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	21.78
Vehicle Theft	6.643
Burglary	6.052
Arson	0.2725
Total Property Crime	34.74 (F)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.0934
Drug Crimes	2.978
Vandalism	1.507
Identity Theft	0.4571
Animal Cruelty	0.0340
Total "Other" Rate	5.070 (B+)

Individual Solana Beach Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Solana Beach is higher. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Solana Beach.

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Cardiff By The Sea, CA	D+	D+	D-
Del Mar, CA	D-	D	F
Rancho Santa Fe, CA	C+	C-	C-
Encinitas, CA	D	D+	D-
La Jolla, CA	D	D	D-
Poway, CA	C	C+	D+
Santee, CA	C+	C	C-
Bostonia, CA	D+	D+	D
Lakeside, CA	C	C-	D+
Morena, CA	C-	D+	D

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Solana Beach is higher versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Two Rivers, WI	D+	C	C
Evanston, WY	C	B	B
Fairview, TN	C+	C+	C+
Fairview, TX	C-	C+	C+
Falmouth, ME	B+	A+	A+
Sweetwater, TX	D	D	D
Tarrytown, NY	B	D+	D+
Tega Cay, SC	D	B	B
The Pinery, CO	D	B	B
Tomah, WI	C+	B	B

Considering only the crime rate, Solana Beach is less safe than the California state average and less safe than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Solana Beach, CA average SchoolGrade of A-, with 54% actual proficiency versus 57% projected; overall, schools don't meet expectations. See Solana Beach schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 15 hours 28 minutes in Solana Beach. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Solana Beach, CA

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.