Fresno, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fresno Police Department serves the city of Fresno, CA in Fresno County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 49,081 violent crimes and 84,600 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 160.5 per 100k residents, which is 51.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 284.4 per 100k, 73.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 86 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 DAnnual Rate160.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents49,081 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade CAnnual Rate0.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents285 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,129 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents4,289 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate38.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents14,106 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate284.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents84,600 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents16,047 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate183.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents53,123 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate63.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents14,742 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 160.5 | D | 49081 | 106.2 | +51.1% |
| Property Crime | 284.4 | F | 84600 | 163.6 | +73.8% |
| Homicide | 0.6 | C | 285 | 0.5 | +3.2% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 1129 | 3.5 | -12.1% |
| Robbery | 14.6 | F | 4289 | 5.8 | +151.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 38.0 | F | 14106 | 22.3 | +70.8% |
| Burglary | 35.8 | D | 16047 | 24.0 | +49.1% |
| Larceny | 183.1 | D | 53123 | 116.4 | +57.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 63.2 | F | 14742 | 22.2 | +185.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 86 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 5 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 9 |
| Anti-Transgender | 3 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 3 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 27 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 8 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firebaugh | 0 miles | A 11.6 | B 116.4 | Violent: 92.7% lower Property: 59.1% lower |
| Huron | 0 miles | F 175.8 | A 16.0 | Violent: 9.5% higher Property: 94.4% lower |
| Kingsburg | 0 miles | A 55.1 | C 165.4 | Violent: 65.6% lower Property: 41.8% lower |
| Orange Cove | 0 miles | A 21.1 | A 52.8 | Violent: 86.8% lower Property: 81.4% lower |
| Parlier | 0 miles | F 185.9 | A 34.4 | Violent: 15.9% higher Property: 87.9% lower |