Barstow, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Barstow Police Department serves the city of Barstow, CA in San Bernardino County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,741 violent crimes and 3,277 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 143.2 per 100k residents, which is 34.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 190.9 per 100k, 16.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate143.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,741 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate23.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents252 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents730 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate190.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,277 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate71.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,007 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate59.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,402 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate59.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents755 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 143.2 | D | 2741 | 106.2 | +34.8% |
| Property Crime | 190.9 | C | 3277 | 163.6 | +16.7% |
| Rape | 8.0 | F | 43 | 3.5 | +125.1% |
| Robbery | 23.9 | F | 252 | 5.8 | +310.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.9 | D | 730 | 22.3 | +25.1% |
| Burglary | 71.6 | F | 1007 | 24.0 | +198.0% |
| Larceny | 59.7 | A | 1402 | 116.4 | -48.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 59.7 | F | 755 | 22.2 | +169.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair | 48 miles | B 93.0 | F 380.1 | Violent: 35.0% lower Property: 99.1% higher |
| Needles | 48 miles | F 227.9 | F 414.3 | Violent: 59.1% higher Property: 117.0% higher |
| Redlands | 48 miles | B 90.4 | D 219.8 | Violent: 36.9% lower Property: 15.1% higher |
| San Bernardino | 48 miles | F 188.2 | F 266.1 | Violent: 31.4% higher Property: 39.3% higher |
| Victorville | 48 miles | D 147.3 | D 228.8 | Violent: 2.8% higher Property: 19.8% higher |