Pasadena, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pasadena Police Department serves the city of Pasadena, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,582 violent crimes and 12,520 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 88.5 per 100k residents, which is 16.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 236.0 per 100k, 44.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 18 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 Rate88.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,582 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents172 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate15.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents551 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate33.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,494 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate236.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,520 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate34.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,318 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate174.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,818 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,251 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 88.5 | B | 4582 | 106.2 | -16.7% |
| Property Crime | 236.0 | D | 12520 | 163.6 | +44.2% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 172 | 3.5 | +28.4% |
| Robbery | 15.9 | F | 551 | 5.8 | +173.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 33.3 | D | 1494 | 22.3 | +49.5% |
| Burglary | 34.8 | D | 2318 | 24.0 | +44.8% |
| Larceny | 174.0 | D | 8818 | 116.4 | +49.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.0 | C | 1251 | 22.2 | +12.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 18 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 4 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 3 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Pasadena | 2 miles | A 55.2 | C 189.2 | Violent: 37.6% lower Property: 19.8% lower |
| San Marino | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 160.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 31.9% lower |
| Alhambra | 4 miles | A 59.4 | C 187.1 | Violent: 32.8% lower Property: 20.7% lower |
| Sierra Madre | 5 miles | A 47.2 | A 47.2 | Violent: 46.7% lower Property: 80.0% lower |
| Glendale | 6 miles | B 74.2 | C 183.9 | Violent: 16.1% lower Property: 22.1% lower |