Glendale, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Glendale Police Department serves the city of Glendale, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,900 violent crimes and 14,191 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 74.2 per 100k residents, which is 30.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 183.9 per 100k, 12.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 17 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 Rate74.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,900 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade CAnnual Rate0.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents76 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents479 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents574 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate183.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,191 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate21.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,909 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate138.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents10,589 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,602 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 74.2 | B | 3900 | 106.2 | -30.1% |
| Property Crime | 183.9 | C | 14191 | 163.6 | +12.4% |
| Homicide | 0.5 | C | 10 | 0.5 | +1.3% |
| Rape | 1.6 | A | 76 | 3.5 | -54.5% |
| Robbery | 11.8 | F | 479 | 5.8 | +103.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.4 | A | 574 | 22.3 | -39.6% |
| Burglary | 21.0 | B | 1909 | 24.0 | -12.7% |
| Larceny | 138.8 | C | 10589 | 116.4 | +19.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.7 | C | 1602 | 22.2 | +6.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 17 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 7 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank | 3 miles | B 86.0 | F 275.5 | Violent: 15.8% higher Property: 49.8% higher |
| Compton | 3 miles | C 120.7 | F 322.2 | Violent: 62.6% higher Property: 75.1% higher |
| Downey | 3 miles | A 64.8 | D 210.3 | Violent: 12.7% lower Property: 14.3% higher |
| El Monte | 3 miles | C 106.3 | C 179.8 | Violent: 43.2% higher Property: 2.3% lower |
| Gardena | 3 miles | C 107.2 | F 325.0 | Violent: 44.4% higher Property: 76.7% higher |