Novato, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Novato Police Department serves the city of Novato, CA in Marin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,647 violent crimes and 3,634 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 54.1 per 100k residents, which is 49.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 177.8 per 100k, 8.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate54.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,647 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents578 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,634 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents363 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate117.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,631 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate38.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents588 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 54.1 | A | 1647 | 106.2 | -49.0% |
| Property Crime | 177.8 | C | 3634 | 163.6 | +8.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.3 | C | 578 | 22.3 | -4.5% |
| Burglary | 13.5 | A | 363 | 24.0 | -43.7% |
| Larceny | 117.9 | C | 2631 | 116.4 | +1.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 38.7 | F | 588 | 22.2 | +74.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 8 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax | 8 miles | B 81.7 | A 81.7 | Violent: 51.0% higher Property: 54.1% lower |
| Ross | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 43.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.3% lower |
| San Rafael | 10 miles | B 72.4 | F 292.9 | Violent: 33.8% higher Property: 64.7% higher |
| Petaluma | 10 miles | B 87.8 | B 127.4 | Violent: 62.2% higher Property: 28.4% lower |
| Mill Valley | 14 miles | A 14.4 | A 100.7 | Violent: 73.4% lower Property: 43.4% lower |