Fontana, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fontana Police Department serves the city of Fontana, CA in San Bernardino County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,625 violent crimes and 12,192 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 75.1 per 100k residents, which is 29.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 106.3 per 100k, 35.0% 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 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 BAnnual Rate75.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,625 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents302 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents758 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,709 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate106.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,192 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,963 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate62.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,117 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate31.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,045 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 75.1 | B | 8625 | 106.2 | -29.3% |
| Property Crime | 106.3 | A | 12192 | 163.6 | -35.0% |
| Rape | 0.5 | A | 302 | 3.5 | -86.7% |
| Robbery | 10.3 | F | 758 | 5.8 | +76.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.0 | A | 1709 | 22.3 | -37.1% |
| Burglary | 12.6 | A | 1963 | 24.0 | -47.6% |
| Larceny | 62.0 | A | 7117 | 116.4 | -46.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 31.3 | D | 3045 | 22.2 | +40.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rialto | 3 miles | B 92.0 | D 224.7 | Violent: 22.5% higher Property: 111.3% higher |
| Eastvale | 6 miles | A 37.7 | B 136.9 | Violent: 49.7% lower Property: 28.8% higher |
| Jurupa Valley | 6 miles | A 67.1 | D 214.2 | Violent: 10.6% lower Property: 101.4% higher |
| Colton | 7 miles | B 77.9 | D 226.4 | Violent: 3.8% higher Property: 112.9% higher |
| Rancho Cucamonga | 8 miles | B 73.9 | D 237.6 | Violent: 1.5% lower Property: 123.4% higher |