Is Southern Methodist University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Southern Methodist University: safety score 85/100 (grade A), ranked #18 of 112 in the US — data through 2026-10.
85/100
Grade: A · #18 of 112 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Southern Methodist University, 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 | 7 | 116 | 189 | 312 |
| 2025-12 | 6 | 150 | 198 | 354 |
| 2026-01 | 6 | 134 | 189 | 329 |
| 2026-02 | 2 | 134 | 173 | 309 |
| 2026-03 | 16 | 135 | 186 | 337 |
| 2026-04 | 12 | 138 | 142 | 292 |
| 2026-05 | 10 | 108 | 177 | 295 |
| 2026-06 | 10 | 163 | 175 | 348 |
| 2026-07 | 6 | 142 | 268 | 416 |
| 2026-08 | 13 | 217 | 187 | 417 |
| 2026-09 | 4 | 112 | 138 | 254 |
| 2026-10 | 10 | 126 | 139 | 275 |
Latest release: 2026-10 — 275 records in total — violent 10, property 126, minor 139 (+21 vs 2026-09).
Most common types: Other crime (55) · Theft from vehicle (47) · Other crime (32) · Vehicle crime (32) · Other crime (19)
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FAQs about safety at Southern Methodist University
What is Southern Methodist University's safety score?
Southern Methodist University: 85/100 (grade A), #18 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 Southern Methodist University?
In the 12 months to 2026-10, 3938 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Southern Methodist University; the latest release month (2026-10) alone had 275 records (10 violent, 126 property, 139 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Southern Methodist University 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: Dallas PD. 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.