Crime per Capita in West University
The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in West University.
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D+
Overall Crime Grade™
D |
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D+ |
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Other Crime Grade |
C |
$7.64 million
Cost of Crime™ for West University, Tucson, AZ
In 2025, crime will cost $1,827 per household.
Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in West University 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 West University, Tucson, AZ Safe?
The D+ grade indicates that the rate of crime is higher than that of the average US neighborhood. West University ranks in the 26th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 26% of neighborhoods but less safe than 74%. This analysis applies only to West University's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby neighborhoods.
The crime rate in West University is 52.20 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. West University Residents generally consider the southeast part of the neighborhood to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in West University varies by area - ranging from 1 in 9 in the north areas to 1 in 31 in the southeast.
When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the northeast parts of West University, Tucson, AZ see the most incidents - about 165 per year. In contrast, the southwest part of the neighborhood has the fewest, with approximately 13 crimes annually.
The Cost of Crime™ in West University, Tucson, AZ
The total projected cost of crime in West University for 2025 is $7,637,953. This translates to approximately $834 per resident and $1,827 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 4.9% of the median household income in West University. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:- Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 52.3%
- Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 36.5%
- Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.1%
How Much Does Crime Cost in West University Compared to Other Neighborhoods?
| West University, Tucson, AZ: | $834 |
|---|---|
| Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ: | $988 |
| Rita Ranch, Tucson, AZ: | $211 |
| Arizona: | $452 |
| USA: | $464 |
The Cost of Crime per resident in West University is $834 per year, which is $370 more than the national average and $381 more than Tucson's city average. Below we compare neighborhoods similar to West University:
- In Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, crime costs $988 per person, which is $154 more than in West University.
- In Rita Ranch, Tucson, AZ, crime costs $211 per person, which is $622 less than in West University
2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime
The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of West University for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.Crime |
Cost to West University |
Cost per West University Resident |
|---|---|---|
Murder |
$2.48 million |
$271 |
Rape/Sexual Assault |
$439,867 |
$48 |
Robbery |
$277,245 |
$30 |
Assault |
$1.69 million |
$184 |
Kidnapping |
$19,499 |
$2 |
Vehicle Theft |
$428,769 |
$47 |
Burglary |
$306,742 |
$33 |
Theft |
$1.23 million |
$134 |
Arson |
$21,988 |
$2 |
Vandalism |
$460,860 |
$50 |
Animal Cruelty |
$7,765 |
$1 |
Drug Crimes |
$212,914 |
$23 |
Identity Theft |
$62,944 |
$7 |
Total Cost of Crime |
$7,637,953 |
$834 |
The Intangible Cost of Crime in West University, Tucson, AZ
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 West University totals $19,118,804 ($2,087 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $26,756,757 ($2,921 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 West University 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 neighborhood 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 West University has 10, have the same problem. Of West University’s 9,161 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.
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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 West University residents in a standard year.
Violent Crime Rates
Crime Type |
Crime Rate |
|---|---|
Assault |
6.422 |
Robbery |
0.9621 |
Rape |
0.7919 |
Murder |
0.1443 |
Total Violent Crime |
8.321 (D) |
Property Crime Rates
Crime Type |
Crime Rate |
|---|---|
Theft |
25.84 |
Vehicle Theft |
3.023 |
Burglary |
3.692 |
Arson |
0.0994 |
Total Property Crime |
32.66 (D+) |
Other Crime Rates
Crime Type |
Crime Rate |
|---|---|
Kidnapping |
0.0351 |
Drug Crimes |
3.142 |
Vandalism |
7.042 |
Identity Theft |
0.8877 |
Animal Cruelty |
0.1146 |
Total "Other" Rate |
11.22 (C) |
Individual West University Crime Maps & Stats
Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Neighborhoods
Compared to surrounding neighborhoods, the rate of crime in West University is lower. The table below shows Crime Grades for neighborhoods close to West University.
Nearby Neighborhood | Overall Crime Grade | Violent Crime Grade | Property Crime Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
D- | F | D- | |
C- | C- | C- | |
D+ | D+ | D | |
D | D | D- | |
D- | F | D- | |
D- | D | D- | |
D- | D- | D- | |
C- | D+ | D+ | |
D- | D- | D- | |
D | D- | D- |
Crime Maps and Rates for Neighborhood with Similar Populations
West University is higher versus other neighborhoods of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in neighborhoods with comparable overall population in the neighborhood‘s boundaries.
Similar Neighborhood | Overall Crime Grade | Violent Crime Grade | Property Crime Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
F | D | D | |
D+ | C+ | C+ | |
C+ | A- | A- | |
A | B | B | |
B+ | C+ | C+ | |
D- | D- | D- | |
A | A | A | |
D+ | D+ | D+ | |
D+ | D | D | |
A | A+ | A+ |
Considering only the crime rate, West University is less safe than the Arizona 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 West University, Tucson, AZ average SchoolGrade of C, with 35% actual proficiency versus 36% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See West University schools on SchoolGrade
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