Mission Viejo was ranked as the safest city in the state and third safest in the nation, according to CQ Press, which published the reports on Sunday. The City’s ranking was listed in the annual “City Crime Rankings: Crime in Metropolitan America,” using FBI statistics.

Mission Viejo is regularly named one of the safest cities in California and in the country and was recognized in 2007 as America’s safest city compared to cities of similar size. The City was named second safest in 2008 by CQ Press. 

The crime rankings are based on per-capita rates for murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. The rankings include all cities of at least 75,000 residents that reported crime data to the FBI.

Public safety has long been a hallmark of Mission Viejo’s agenda. Proactive City leaders, Police Services and an active citizenry help to keep the community safe. With a population of roughly 100,000, Mission Viejo boasts attractive residential areas, outstanding public and private schools and a solid business base.

The City is distinguished by its many amenities, including 50 parks and Lake Mission Viejo.