Fullerton, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fullerton Police Department serves the city of Fullerton, CA in Orange County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,655 violent crimes and 13,488 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 69.7 per 100k residents, which is 34.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 155.3 per 100k, 5.1% 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 16 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 Rate69.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,655 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents286 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents495 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,116 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate155.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents13,488 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,109 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate115.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,456 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,874 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 69.7 | B | 5655 | 106.2 | -34.4% |
| Property Crime | 155.3 | C | 13488 | 163.6 | -5.1% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 286 | 3.5 | +1.5% |
| Robbery | 10.1 | F | 495 | 5.8 | +72.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.1 | A | 1116 | 22.3 | -54.8% |
| Burglary | 17.3 | B | 2109 | 24.0 | -28.2% |
| Larceny | 115.0 | C | 9456 | 116.4 | -1.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.3 | C | 1874 | 22.2 | +0.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 16 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 4 |
| Anti-Jewish | 4 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placentia | 4 miles | A 46.1 | C 186.3 | Violent: 33.9% lower Property: 20.0% higher |
| Brea | 4 miles | A 42.8 | F 318.7 | Violent: 38.6% lower Property: 105.3% higher |
| Yorba Linda | 4 miles | A 18.1 | A 88.8 | Violent: 74.1% lower Property: 42.8% lower |
| Buena Park | 4 miles | B 73.4 | D 255.7 | Violent: 5.3% higher Property: 64.7% higher |
| La Habra | 4 miles | A 52.1 | C 169.3 | Violent: 25.3% lower Property: 9.1% higher |