Bell, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bell Police Department serves the city of Bell, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,269 violent crimes and 1,915 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 87.5 per 100k residents, which is 17.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 156.3 per 100k, 4.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 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 BAnnual Rate87.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,269 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents548 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,915 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents429 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate125.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,060 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents417 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 87.5 | B | 1269 | 106.2 | -17.6% |
| Property Crime | 156.3 | C | 1915 | 163.6 | -4.4% |
| Robbery | 6.3 | C | 179 | 5.8 | +7.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.8 | F | 548 | 22.3 | +96.7% |
| Burglary | 12.5 | A | 429 | 24.0 | -47.9% |
| Larceny | 125.1 | C | 1060 | 116.4 | +7.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.8 | B | 417 | 22.2 | -15.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maywood | 1 miles | A 59.1 | D 202.7 | Violent: 32.5% lower Property: 29.7% higher |
| Cudahy | 1 miles | B 78.7 | D 213.0 | Violent: 10.1% lower Property: 36.3% higher |
| Huntington Park | 2 miles | B 93.0 | D 240.2 | Violent: 6.2% higher Property: 53.6% higher |
| South Gate | 2 miles | C 100.9 | D 256.1 | Violent: 15.2% higher Property: 63.8% higher |
| Bell Gardens | 2 miles | B 86.0 | A 102.1 | Violent: 1.8% lower Property: 34.7% lower |