Hayward, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hayward Police Department serves the city of Hayward, CA in Alameda County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,813 violent crimes and 21,004 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 91.0 per 100k residents, which is 14.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 378.1 per 100k, 131.1% 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 20 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 Rate91.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,813 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents269 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,063 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate26.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,308 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate378.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents21,004 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,228 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate177.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents11,568 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate157.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,121 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 91.0 | B | 4813 | 106.2 | -14.4% |
| Property Crime | 378.1 | F | 21004 | 163.6 | +131.1% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 269 | 3.5 | +28.7% |
| Robbery | 14.9 | F | 1063 | 5.8 | +156.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.0 | C | 1308 | 22.3 | +16.8% |
| Burglary | 42.9 | F | 2228 | 24.0 | +78.5% |
| Larceny | 177.4 | D | 11568 | 116.4 | +52.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 157.2 | F | 7121 | 22.2 | +609.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 20 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union City | 6 miles | B 80.8 | F 280.4 | Violent: 11.2% lower Property: 25.8% lower |
| Newark | 9 miles | B 76.3 | F 337.1 | Violent: 16.1% lower Property: 10.8% lower |
| Emeryville | 10 miles | F 271.3 | F 1379.8 | Violent: 198.3% higher Property: 264.9% higher |
| Pleasanton | 10 miles | A 43.9 | C 159.5 | Violent: 51.8% lower Property: 57.8% lower |
| San Leandro | 10 miles | B 84.8 | F 491.4 | Violent: 6.7% lower Property: 30.0% higher |