Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Simi Valley, CA?
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Is Los Angeles or Simi Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Simi Valley is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 73/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,053 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 52% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Simi Valley has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 30.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Los Angeles, CA?
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Simi Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Simi Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,052.9 | +1,159.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 129.1 | +599.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 2.4 | +4.5 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 15.2 | +25.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 24.9 | +185.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 86.6 | +384.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 923.8 | +560.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 124.3 | +248.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 714.5 | +137.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 85.0 | +174.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Simi Valley, CA?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Simi Valley safer?
Simi Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,053 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Simi Valley has 129.1. Simi Valley has lower violent crime.
About Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, a sprawling Southern California metropolis, is a major Pacific Rim gateway, home to Hollywood's film industry. Its diverse population of nearly 4 million people resides across a vast urban landscape bordered by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 3,796,352, Los Angeles has a total crime rate of 2,212.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Simi Valley, CA
Nestled in a valley, Simi Valley is a suburban community known for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. It's primarily a residential area with a significant commuter population. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 124,707, Simi Valley has a total crime rate of 1,052.9 per 100,000 residents.