Colton, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Colton Police Department serves the city of Colton, CA in San Bernardino County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,191 violent crimes and 7,369 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 77.9 per 100k residents, which is 26.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 226.4 per 100k, 38.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. 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 Rate77.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,191 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents398 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents598 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate226.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,369 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate33.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,133 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate139.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,494 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate53.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,704 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 77.9 | B | 3191 | 106.2 | -26.6% |
| Property Crime | 226.4 | D | 7369 | 163.6 | +38.4% |
| Homicide | 1.9 | F | 24 | 0.5 | +249.1% |
| Robbery | 5.6 | C | 398 | 5.8 | -4.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.1 | A | 598 | 22.3 | -50.0% |
| Burglary | 33.4 | D | 1133 | 24.0 | +39.0% |
| Larceny | 139.2 | C | 4494 | 116.4 | +19.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 53.8 | F | 1704 | 22.2 | +142.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rialto | 4 miles | B 92.0 | D 224.7 | Violent: 18.1% higher Property: 0.7% lower |
| Fontana | 7 miles | B 75.1 | A 106.3 | Violent: 3.7% lower Property: 53.0% lower |
| Coachella | 7 miles | B 71.7 | B 145.7 | Violent: 8.0% lower Property: 35.6% lower |
| Norco | 7 miles | A 40.2 | D 249.3 | Violent: 48.4% lower Property: 10.1% higher |
| Indian Wells | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 204.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 9.9% lower |