Poway, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Poway Police Department serves the city of Poway, CA in San Diego County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,354 violent crimes and 2,168 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 44.0 per 100k residents, which is 58.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 48.2 per 100k, 70.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 Rate44.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,354 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents246 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate48.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,168 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents425 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate29.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,506 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 44.0 | A | 1354 | 106.2 | -58.6% |
| Property Crime | 48.2 | A | 2168 | 163.6 | -70.5% |
| Robbery | 2.1 | A | 81 | 5.8 | -63.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.6 | A | 246 | 22.3 | -43.5% |
| Burglary | 14.7 | A | 425 | 24.0 | -38.9% |
| Larceny | 29.3 | A | 1506 | 116.4 | -74.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.2 | A | 222 | 22.2 | -81.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon | 11 miles | C 95.6 | B 128.4 | Violent: 117.3% higher Property: 166.5% higher |
| Escondido | 13 miles | B 86.1 | B 134.8 | Violent: 95.7% higher Property: 179.7% higher |
| La Mesa | 13 miles | B 86.7 | C 175.0 | Violent: 97.0% higher Property: 263.1% higher |
| Del Mar | 14 miles | B 77.9 | B 129.9 | Violent: 77.1% higher Property: 169.5% higher |
| Encinitas | 14 miles | A 40.9 | A 103.2 | Violent: 7.0% lower Property: 114.1% higher |