Union City, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Union City Police Department serves the city of Union City, CA in Alameda County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,137 violent crimes and 7,447 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 80.8 per 100k residents, which is 23.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 280.4 per 100k, 71.4% 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 28 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 Rate80.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,137 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate15.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents330 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents664 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate280.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,447 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate33.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents842 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate158.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,964 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate88.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,595 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 80.8 | B | 2137 | 106.2 | -23.9% |
| Property Crime | 280.4 | F | 7447 | 163.6 | +71.4% |
| Rape | 3.0 | B | 41 | 3.5 | -13.8% |
| Robbery | 15.2 | F | 330 | 5.8 | +162.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.8 | B | 664 | 22.3 | -24.7% |
| Burglary | 33.5 | D | 842 | 24.0 | +39.5% |
| Larceny | 158.5 | D | 4964 | 116.4 | +36.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 88.4 | F | 1595 | 22.2 | +298.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 28 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 3 |
| Anti-Asian | 5 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 10 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 4 miles | B 76.3 | F 337.1 | Violent: 5.5% lower Property: 20.2% higher |
| Fremont | 4 miles | A 37.6 | F 269.5 | Violent: 53.5% lower Property: 3.9% lower |
| Hayward | 6 miles | B 91.0 | F 378.1 | Violent: 12.6% higher Property: 34.8% higher |
| Emeryville | 7 miles | F 271.3 | F 1379.8 | Violent: 235.9% higher Property: 392.0% higher |
| Pleasanton | 7 miles | A 43.9 | C 159.5 | Violent: 45.7% lower Property: 43.1% lower |