The Five Safest Neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids

No matter where you live, crime happens. In February the Gazette reported an increase in personal assault and drug crimes in Cedar Rapids.

The increase is described as a "slight uptick" by local police, and officials urge citizens to be diligent and pro-active in their communities to help defend against criminal activity.

But thanks to better technology like surveillance cameras, property crime statistics has actually trended downward in 2018 from years prior.

According to NeighborhoodScout, these are the top ten safest neighborhoods in the Cedar Rapids area.

1. Covington
2. Linn Junction / New Buffalo
3. Williams Blvd / Beverly Rd
4. F Ave NW / Belmont Pky NW
5. Mount Vernon Rd SE / Lincoln Heights Dr
6. Cedar Hills
7. Lincolnway Village / Worthington Acres
8. Cottage Grove Ave SE / E Post Rd SE
9. Edgewood Rd NW / Southview Dr NW
10. Mount Mercy U / Oakland Rd NE

NeighborhoodScout is an informative resource that provides a fascinating look at Cedar Rapids to help newcomers become familiar with the city.