Menlo Park, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Menlo Park Police Department serves the city of Menlo Park, CA in San Mateo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 632 violent crimes and 2,667 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 72.7 per 100k residents, which is 31.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 148.6 per 100k, 9.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 BAnnual Rate72.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents632 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents174 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate148.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,667 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents463 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate117.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,020 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 72.7 | B | 632 | 106.2 | -31.5% |
| Property Crime | 148.6 | C | 2667 | 163.6 | -9.2% |
| Rape | 3.2 | B | 37 | 3.5 | -10.6% |
| Robbery | 6.3 | C | 63 | 5.8 | +8.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.8 | B | 174 | 22.3 | -29.0% |
| Burglary | 22.1 | C | 463 | 24.0 | -7.9% |
| Larceny | 117.0 | C | 2020 | 116.4 | +0.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.5 | A | 176 | 22.2 | -57.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto | 1 miles | A 27.8 | D 252.9 | Violent: 61.8% lower Property: 70.2% higher |
| Atherton | 1 miles | A 14.8 | A 73.9 | Violent: 79.7% lower Property: 50.3% lower |
| East Palo Alto | 2 miles | C 104.9 | B 115.8 | Violent: 44.3% higher Property: 22.1% lower |
| Redwood City | 4 miles | C 106.7 | D 218.4 | Violent: 46.7% higher Property: 47.0% higher |
| Los Altos | 6 miles | A 23.4 | A 96.8 | Violent: 67.9% lower Property: 34.9% lower |