Henderson has a generally good level of public safety, but in terms of homicide rate, Henderson has maintained a level of 2 to 4 incidents per 100,000 people.

This is a low figure compared to Las Vegas, which is in the same metropolitan area, with over 10 incidents per 100,000 people. After a slight increase in violent crime across the U.S. following the early 2020s COVID pandemic, Henderson also saw a slight rise in homicides during this period, but it is reported to have stabilized again afterward. Compared to the national average (about 6 to 7 incidents per 100,000 people), Henderson still falls into a lower category.

Vehicle theft is a consistently concerning crime in Henderson. With a national trend of increasing vehicle thefts, Henderson is no exception. Between 2022 and 2023, the number of vehicle thefts in Henderson was recorded at several hundred annually, which is an increase of about 20 to 30% compared to 2019. In particular, older vehicles from the Fiat Chrysler group (including Kia and Hyundai) are frequently targeted due to vulnerabilities in their anti-theft systems, so owners of these models in Henderson are advised to be cautious. Using club locks or installing GPS trackers is recommended as preventive measures.

Property crime overall includes burglary, larceny-theft, and vandalism. Henderson's property crime rate is about 1,500 to 2,000 incidents per 100,000 people, which is lower than the Nevada state average but similar to or slightly higher than the national average. In terms of burglary, there have been reports of entries through windows or unlocked garages in single-story homes during the daytime, and thefts often target items left in vehicles in supermarket and park parking lots.

The Henderson Police Department recommends several measures to residents to prevent property crime. These include not leaving valuables in cars, always locking vehicle and home doors, installing motion sensor lights around entrances and garages, and using smart camera systems like RING to monitor the surroundings. These measures are known to be effective in reducing property crime victimization.

Drug offenses are also on the rise in Henderson. Reports of drug-related incidents tend to concentrate around the Boulder Highway corridor and some low-income apartment complexes. The Henderson Police are intensifying efforts to combat drug crimes, but issues related to methamphetamine and synthetic opioids remain challenges to address.

Overall, Henderson maintains a relatively safe position within the Las Vegas metropolitan area. However, vehicle theft and property crime are areas where vigilance is necessary, similar to national trends. Establishing basic security habits is important in Henderson as well.