Torrance, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Torrance Police Department serves the city of Torrance, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,885 violent crimes and 13,549 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 54.9 per 100k residents, which is 48.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 263.6 per 100k, 61.1% 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 41 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 Rate54.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,885 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents523 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents647 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate263.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents13,549 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,844 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate174.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,422 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate51.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,232 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 54.9 | A | 2885 | 106.2 | -48.3% |
| Property Crime | 263.6 | F | 13549 | 163.6 | +61.1% |
| Rape | 0.7 | A | 135 | 3.5 | -79.6% |
| Robbery | 10.1 | F | 523 | 5.8 | +73.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.0 | A | 647 | 22.3 | -41.6% |
| Burglary | 36.1 | D | 1844 | 24.0 | +50.3% |
| Larceny | 174.8 | D | 9422 | 116.4 | +50.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 51.3 | F | 2232 | 22.2 | +131.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 41 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 10 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 4 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 14 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redondo Beach | 3 miles | A 60.5 | D 218.5 | Violent: 10.3% higher Property: 17.1% lower |
| Manhattan Beach | 5 miles | A 41.8 | F 280.3 | Violent: 23.9% lower Property: 6.3% higher |
| Hawthorne | 5 miles | C 102.4 | D 213.3 | Violent: 86.6% higher Property: 19.1% lower |
| El Segundo | 7 miles | C 104.1 | F 618.3 | Violent: 89.6% higher Property: 134.6% higher |
| Signal Hill | 11 miles | C 98.5 | B 116.3 | Violent: 79.4% higher Property: 55.9% lower |