Hemet, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hemet Police Department serves the city of Hemet, CA in Riverside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,504 violent crimes and 9,469 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 68.0 per 100k residents, which is 35.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 130.6 per 100k, 20.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate68.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,504 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,107 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate130.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,469 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,349 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate80.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,732 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,315 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 68.0 | A | 3504 | 106.2 | -35.9% |
| Property Crime | 130.6 | B | 9469 | 163.6 | -20.2% |
| Rape | 1.1 | A | 119 | 3.5 | -68.9% |
| Robbery | 6.6 | C | 484 | 5.8 | +13.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.2 | C | 1107 | 22.3 | +13.4% |
| Burglary | 16.5 | B | 2349 | 24.0 | -31.5% |
| Larceny | 80.1 | B | 4732 | 116.4 | -31.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.0 | D | 2315 | 22.2 | +53.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jacinto | 2 miles | C 112.1 | C 149.5 | Violent: 64.8% higher Property: 14.5% higher |
| Beaumont | 12 miles | A 41.5 | A 98.6 | Violent: 39.0% lower Property: 24.5% lower |
| Perris | 15 miles | A 64.2 | D 202.5 | Violent: 5.6% lower Property: 55.1% higher |
| Canyon Lake | 18 miles | A 17.9 | A 71.6 | Violent: 73.7% lower Property: 45.2% lower |
| Murrieta | 19 miles | A 49.5 | B 106.9 | Violent: 27.2% lower Property: 18.1% lower |