Burlingame, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Burlingame Police Department serves the city of Burlingame, CA in San Mateo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,028 violent crimes and 4,172 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 99.3 per 100k residents, which is 6.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 165.5 per 100k, 1.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 CAnnual Rate99.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,028 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate165.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,172 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents507 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate148.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,239 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents409 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 99.3 | C | 1028 | 106.2 | -6.5% |
| Property Crime | 165.5 | C | 4172 | 163.6 | +1.1% |
| Robbery | 6.6 | C | 67 | 5.8 | +13.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.9 | A | 163 | 22.3 | -55.4% |
| Burglary | 3.3 | A | 507 | 24.0 | -86.2% |
| Larceny | 148.9 | D | 3239 | 116.4 | +28.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.2 | A | 409 | 22.2 | -40.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough | 2 miles | A 18.6 | A 74.3 | Violent: 81.3% lower Property: 55.1% lower |
| San Bruno | 4 miles | A 47.0 | D 207.7 | Violent: 52.7% lower Property: 25.5% higher |
| South San Francisco | 5 miles | C 99.7 | D 202.6 | Violent: 0.4% higher Property: 22.4% higher |
| San Mateo | 5 miles | B 69.8 | D 197.2 | Violent: 29.7% lower Property: 19.2% higher |
| Brisbane | 6 miles | B 89.3 | C 156.2 | Violent: 10.1% lower Property: 5.6% lower |