Paradise, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Paradise Police Department serves the city of Paradise, CA in Butte County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 291 violent crimes and 481 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 104.6 per 100k residents, which is 1.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 78.5 per 100k, 52.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CAnnual Rate104.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents291 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate78.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents481 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents171 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents181 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 104.6 | C | 291 | 106.2 | -1.5% |
| Property Crime | 78.5 | A | 481 | 163.6 | -52.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.1 | C | 75 | 22.3 | +17.5% |
| Burglary | 13.1 | A | 171 | 24.0 | -45.6% |
| Larceny | 26.1 | A | 181 | 116.4 | -77.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.1 | C | 122 | 22.2 | +17.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chico | 10 miles | C 122.9 | B 131.8 | Violent: 17.5% higher Property: 68.0% higher |
| Oroville | 17 miles | F 308.7 | F 333.6 | Violent: 195.1% higher Property: 325.2% higher |
| Gridley | 27 miles | B 69.9 | D 223.6 | Violent: 33.2% lower Property: 184.9% higher |
| Corning | 32 miles | A 60.8 | A 48.6 | Violent: 41.9% lower Property: 38.0% lower |
| Marysville | 37 miles | F 237.5 | A 102.9 | Violent: 127.0% higher Property: 31.2% higher |