Soledad, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Soledad Police Department serves the city of Soledad, CA in Monterey County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 836 violent crimes and 742 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 45.9 per 100k residents, which is 56.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 25.1 per 100k, 84.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 AAnnual Rate45.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents836 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents233 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate25.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents742 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate16.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents462 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents151 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 45.9 | A | 836 | 106.2 | -56.7% |
| Property Crime | 25.1 | A | 742 | 163.6 | -84.7% |
| Rape | 4.2 | C | 31 | 3.5 | +18.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.2 | A | 233 | 22.3 | -81.2% |
| Burglary | 4.2 | A | 119 | 24.0 | -82.6% |
| Larceny | 16.7 | A | 462 | 116.4 | -85.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.2 | A | 151 | 22.2 | -81.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel | 0 miles | C 96.3 | B 128.4 | Violent: 109.6% higher Property: 412.4% higher |
| Gonzales | 0 miles | C 95.9 | A 71.9 | Violent: 108.7% higher Property: 187.0% higher |
| Greenfield | 7 miles | C 107.4 | B 138.1 | Violent: 133.8% higher Property: 451.0% higher |
| King City | 11 miles | A 57.4 | A 86.1 | Violent: 25.0% higher Property: 243.6% higher |
| Salinas | 36 miles | C 110.1 | C 148.8 | Violent: 139.6% higher Property: 494.0% higher |