Lake Elsinore, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Elsinore Police Department serves the city of Lake Elsinore, CA in Riverside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,179 violent crimes and 7,036 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 57.8 per 100k residents, which is 45.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 195.3 per 100k, 19.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate57.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,179 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents467 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate195.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,036 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate28.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents936 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate134.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,806 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate31.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,283 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 57.8 | A | 2179 | 106.2 | -45.6% |
| Property Crime | 195.3 | C | 7036 | 163.6 | +19.4% |
| Robbery | 5.5 | C | 176 | 5.8 | -5.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.5 | A | 467 | 22.3 | -75.3% |
| Burglary | 28.9 | D | 936 | 24.0 | +20.2% |
| Larceny | 134.8 | C | 4806 | 116.4 | +15.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 31.6 | D | 1283 | 22.2 | +42.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coachella | 0 miles | B 71.7 | B 145.7 | Violent: 24.1% higher Property: 25.4% lower |
| Norco | 0 miles | A 40.2 | D 249.3 | Violent: 30.4% lower Property: 27.6% higher |
| Indian Wells | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 204.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 4.4% higher |
| Rancho Mirage | 0 miles | B 78.1 | F 289.9 | Violent: 35.1% higher Property: 48.4% higher |
| Palm Desert | 0 miles | A 67.6 | F 266.5 | Violent: 17.0% higher Property: 36.4% higher |