Buena Park, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Buena Park Police Department serves the city of Buena Park, CA in Orange County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,683 violent crimes and 8,951 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 73.4 per 100k residents, which is 30.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 255.7 per 100k, 56.3% 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 BAnnual Rate73.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,683 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents292 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents501 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate255.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,951 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate40.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents944 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate178.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,409 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate35.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,574 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 73.4 | B | 2683 | 106.2 | -30.9% |
| Property Crime | 255.7 | D | 8951 | 163.6 | +56.3% |
| Rape | 1.2 | A | 64 | 3.5 | -65.5% |
| Robbery | 8.6 | D | 292 | 5.8 | +47.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.3 | A | 501 | 22.3 | -67.0% |
| Burglary | 40.4 | F | 944 | 24.0 | +68.0% |
| Larceny | 178.6 | D | 6409 | 116.4 | +53.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.5 | D | 1574 | 22.2 | +60.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Palma | 2 miles | A 20.0 | C 186.5 | Violent: 72.8% lower Property: 27.1% lower |
| Fullerton | 4 miles | B 69.7 | C 155.3 | Violent: 5.0% lower Property: 39.3% lower |
| La Habra | 6 miles | A 52.1 | C 169.3 | Violent: 29.0% lower Property: 33.8% lower |
| Los Alamitos | 6 miles | A 52.4 | C 192.3 | Violent: 28.5% lower Property: 24.8% lower |
| Westminster | 7 miles | C 100.3 | D 240.1 | Violent: 36.7% higher Property: 6.1% lower |