Murrieta, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Murrieta Police Department serves the city of Murrieta, CA in Riverside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,796 violent crimes and 6,538 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 49.5 per 100k residents, which is 53.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 106.9 per 100k, 34.6% 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 3 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 Rate49.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,796 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents159 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents577 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate106.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,538 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,027 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate82.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,451 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,032 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 49.5 | A | 2796 | 106.2 | -53.3% |
| Property Crime | 106.9 | B | 6538 | 163.6 | -34.6% |
| Rape | 0.9 | A | 134 | 3.5 | -75.4% |
| Robbery | 4.3 | B | 159 | 5.8 | -25.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.7 | A | 577 | 22.3 | -61.0% |
| Burglary | 13.0 | A | 1027 | 24.0 | -45.7% |
| Larceny | 82.6 | B | 4451 | 116.4 | -29.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.4 | A | 1032 | 22.2 | -53.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Lake | 8 miles | A 17.9 | A 71.6 | Violent: 63.9% lower Property: 33.0% lower |
| Wildomar | 10 miles | A 45.5 | B 125.8 | Violent: 8.2% lower Property: 17.6% higher |
| Perris | 16 miles | A 64.2 | D 202.5 | Violent: 29.6% higher Property: 89.4% higher |
| Hemet | 19 miles | A 68.0 | B 130.6 | Violent: 37.3% higher Property: 22.1% higher |
| San Jacinto | 21 miles | C 112.1 | C 149.5 | Violent: 126.3% higher Property: 39.8% higher |