Is California State University, Long Beach safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
California State University, Long Beach: safety score 95/100 (grade A), ranked #7 of 111 in the US — data through 2026-08.
95/100
Grade: A · #7 of 111 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of California State University, Long Beach, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02 | 13 | 35 | 1 | 49 |
| 2026-03 | 37 | 97 | 14 | 148 |
| 2026-04 | 31 | 90 | 10 | 131 |
| 2026-05 | 28 | 88 | 25 | 141 |
| 2026-06 | 25 | 91 | 3 | 119 |
| 2026-07 | 26 | 94 | 10 | 130 |
| 2026-08 | 8 | 20 | 4 | 32 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 32 records in total — violent 8, property 20, minor 4 (-98 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Motor vehicle theft (11) · Assault (5) · Shoplifting (3) · Burglary (3) · Drug offences (3)
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Other universities in Long Beach
- Long Beach City College 98 /100
FAQs about safety at California State University, Long Beach
What is California State University, Long Beach's safety score?
California State University, Long Beach: 95/100 (grade A), #7 of 111 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near California State University, Long Beach?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 750 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of California State University, Long Beach; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 32 records (8 violent, 20 property, 4 minor).
Is it safe to walk around California State University, Long Beach at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: Long Beach PD. Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in the US.