Palmdale, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Palmdale Police Department serves the city of Palmdale, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,366 violent crimes and 9,656 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 93.9 per 100k residents, which is 11.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 152.3 per 100k, 6.9% 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 26 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 Rate93.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,366 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents185 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents751 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,141 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate152.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,656 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,722 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate94.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,619 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate31.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,199 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 93.9 | B | 7366 | 106.2 | -11.6% |
| Property Crime | 152.3 | C | 9656 | 163.6 | -6.9% |
| Rape | 1.2 | A | 185 | 3.5 | -64.9% |
| Robbery | 16.8 | F | 751 | 5.8 | +188.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.8 | C | 2141 | 22.3 | -2.2% |
| Burglary | 24.9 | C | 1722 | 24.0 | +3.5% |
| Larceny | 94.5 | B | 5619 | 116.4 | -18.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 31.1 | D | 2199 | 22.2 | +40.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 26 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 14 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia | 0 miles | A 51.6 | C 193.6 | Violent: 45.0% lower Property: 27.1% higher |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 67.2% lower Property: 21.3% higher |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 6.3% higher Property: 17.9% higher |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 60.1% lower Property: 63.1% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 71.8% lower Property: 30.4% lower |