West Covina, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Covina Police Department serves the city of West Covina, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,165 violent crimes and 11,115 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 39.8 per 100k residents, which is 62.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 166.0 per 100k, 1.5% 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 7 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 Rate39.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,165 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents521 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents862 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate166.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents11,115 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,585 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate113.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,551 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate39.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,915 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 39.8 | A | 3165 | 106.2 | -62.5% |
| Property Crime | 166.0 | C | 11115 | 163.6 | +1.5% |
| Rape | 1.9 | A | 131 | 3.5 | -45.1% |
| Robbery | 8.7 | D | 521 | 5.8 | +50.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.7 | A | 862 | 22.3 | -47.7% |
| Burglary | 12.6 | A | 1585 | 24.0 | -47.5% |
| Larceny | 113.6 | C | 7551 | 116.4 | -2.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 39.8 | F | 1915 | 22.2 | +79.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Park | 2 miles | A 44.0 | C 162.7 | Violent: 10.5% higher Property: 2.0% lower |
| Irwindale | 2 miles | F 288.0 | F 1007.9 | Violent: 623.6% higher Property: 507.2% higher |
| Covina | 3 miles | C 106.8 | B 127.4 | Violent: 168.5% higher Property: 23.3% lower |
| Azusa | 5 miles | A 39.4 | B 116.3 | Violent: 0.9% lower Property: 30.0% lower |
| Glendora | 6 miles | B 70.0 | D 212.0 | Violent: 75.9% higher Property: 27.7% higher |