Carlsbad, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carlsbad Police Department serves the city of Carlsbad, CA in San Diego County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,788 violent crimes and 9,987 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 49.2 per 100k residents, which is 53.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 143.2 per 100k, 12.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 17 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 AAnnual Rate49.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,788 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents149 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents211 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents826 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate143.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,987 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate30.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,411 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate103.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,660 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents858 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 49.2 | A | 3788 | 106.2 | -53.7% |
| Property Crime | 143.2 | B | 9987 | 163.6 | -12.4% |
| Rape | 0.9 | A | 149 | 3.5 | -75.1% |
| Robbery | 4.4 | B | 211 | 5.8 | -24.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.4 | A | 826 | 22.3 | -48.7% |
| Burglary | 30.8 | D | 1411 | 24.0 | +28.0% |
| Larceny | 103.7 | B | 7660 | 116.4 | -10.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.8 | A | 858 | 22.2 | -60.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 17 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vista | 4 miles | B 94.4 | A 94.4 | Violent: 91.8% higher Property: 34.1% lower |
| Del Mar | 6 miles | B 77.9 | B 129.9 | Violent: 58.3% higher Property: 9.3% lower |
| Encinitas | 6 miles | A 40.9 | A 103.2 | Violent: 16.8% lower Property: 28.0% lower |
| Solana Beach | 6 miles | A 31.4 | A 55.0 | Violent: 36.2% lower Property: 61.6% lower |
| San Marcos | 7 miles | A 51.7 | A 85.4 | Violent: 5.0% higher Property: 40.4% lower |