Is California State University, Northridge safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
California State University, Northridge: safety score 81/100 (grade A), ranked #22 of 112 in the US — data through 2026-10.
81/100
Grade: A · #22 of 112 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of California State University, Northridge, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11 | 63 | 145 | 49 | 257 |
| 2025-12 | 75 | 130 | 47 | 252 |
| 2026-01 | 61 | 141 | 53 | 255 |
| 2026-02 | 43 | 162 | 63 | 268 |
| 2026-03 | 68 | 189 | 62 | 319 |
| 2026-04 | 52 | 127 | 52 | 231 |
| 2026-05 | 69 | 142 | 66 | 277 |
| 2026-06 | 64 | 144 | 59 | 267 |
| 2026-07 | 65 | 137 | 59 | 261 |
| 2026-08 | 11 | 30 | 22 | 63 |
| 2026-09 | 31 | 56 | 38 | 125 |
| 2026-10 | 31 | 50 | 35 | 116 |
Latest release: 2026-10 — 116 records in total — violent 31, property 50, minor 35 (-9 vs 2026-09).
Most common types: Motor vehicle theft (9) · Shoplifting (8) · Other crime (7) · Drug offences (5) · Assault (5)
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Other universities in Los Angeles
- California State University, Los Angeles 92 /100
- Loyola Marymount University 86 /100
- University of California, Los Angeles 84 /100
- University of Southern California 36 /100
FAQs about safety at California State University, Northridge
What is California State University, Northridge's safety score?
California State University, Northridge: 81/100 (grade A), #22 of 112 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-10).
How many crimes are recorded near California State University, Northridge?
In the 12 months to 2026-10, 2691 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of California State University, Northridge; the latest release month (2026-10) alone had 116 records (31 violent, 50 property, 35 minor).
Is it safe to walk around California State University, Northridge 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: LAPD (Los Angeles). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-10; 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.