Blythe, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Blythe Police Department serves the city of Blythe, CA in Riverside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,172 violent crimes and 1,748 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 129.1 per 100k residents, which is 21.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 123.3 per 100k, 24.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate129.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,172 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate93.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents330 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate123.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,748 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents439 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate88.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,045 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents169 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 129.1 | D | 1172 | 106.2 | +21.6% |
| Property Crime | 123.3 | B | 1748 | 163.6 | -24.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 93.9 | F | 330 | 22.3 | +321.9% |
| Burglary | 11.7 | A | 439 | 24.0 | -51.1% |
| Larceny | 88.0 | B | 1045 | 116.4 | -24.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.6 | B | 169 | 22.2 | -20.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmorland | 59 miles | B 88.7 | B 133.0 | Violent: 31.3% lower Property: 7.9% higher |
| Brawley | 70 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 3.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 97.0% lower |
| Holtville | 72 miles | A 54.8 | A 36.6 | Violent: 57.5% lower Property: 70.3% lower |
| Imperial | 77 miles | A 41.6 | A 9.2 | Violent: 67.8% lower Property: 92.5% lower |
| El Centro | 80 miles | C 103.2 | B 135.3 | Violent: 20.1% lower Property: 9.8% higher |