Martinez, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Martinez Police Department serves the city of Martinez, CA in Contra Costa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 838 violent crimes and 2,268 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 47.1 per 100k residents, which is 55.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 97.0 per 100k, 40.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 15 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 AAnnual Rate47.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents838 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents200 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate97.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,268 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents335 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate66.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,426 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents451 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 47.1 | A | 838 | 106.2 | -55.6% |
| Property Crime | 97.0 | A | 2268 | 163.6 | -40.7% |
| Robbery | 5.5 | C | 95 | 5.8 | -4.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.4 | B | 200 | 22.3 | -12.8% |
| Burglary | 11.1 | A | 335 | 24.0 | -53.8% |
| Larceny | 66.5 | A | 1426 | 116.4 | -42.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.9 | A | 451 | 22.2 | -37.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 5 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette | 0 miles | A 12.1 | A 68.3 | Violent: 74.4% lower Property: 29.6% lower |
| Danville | 0 miles | A 37.8 | A 52.0 | Violent: 19.8% lower Property: 46.4% lower |
| Benicia | 3 miles | A 22.8 | A 102.6 | Violent: 51.6% lower Property: 5.8% higher |
| Pleasant Hill | 5 miles | D 140.0 | F 378.3 | Violent: 197.2% higher Property: 290.0% higher |
| Hercules | 7 miles | A 42.5 | A 61.8 | Violent: 9.8% lower Property: 36.3% lower |