Escondido, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Escondido Police Department serves the city of Escondido, CA in San Diego County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,060 violent crimes and 13,034 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 86.1 per 100k residents, which is 18.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 134.8 per 100k, 17.6% 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 11 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 Rate86.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,060 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents232 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents693 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,873 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate134.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents13,034 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,912 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate93.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,681 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,347 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 86.1 | B | 8060 | 106.2 | -18.9% |
| Property Crime | 134.8 | B | 13034 | 163.6 | -17.6% |
| Rape | 4.7 | D | 232 | 3.5 | +32.1% |
| Robbery | 8.0 | D | 693 | 5.8 | +37.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.4 | D | 1873 | 22.3 | +32.0% |
| Burglary | 23.4 | C | 1912 | 24.0 | -2.8% |
| Larceny | 93.4 | B | 8681 | 116.4 | -19.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.0 | B | 2347 | 22.2 | -18.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos | 3 miles | A 51.7 | A 85.4 | Violent: 40.0% lower Property: 36.6% lower |
| Carlsbad | 10 miles | A 49.2 | B 143.2 | Violent: 42.8% lower Property: 6.3% higher |
| Vista | 10 miles | B 94.4 | A 94.4 | Violent: 9.7% higher Property: 30.0% lower |
| Del Mar | 12 miles | B 77.9 | B 129.9 | Violent: 9.5% lower Property: 3.7% lower |
| Encinitas | 12 miles | A 40.9 | A 103.2 | Violent: 52.4% lower Property: 23.5% lower |