Whittier, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Whittier Police Department serves the city of Whittier, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,395 violent crimes and 6,854 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 74.5 per 100k residents, which is 29.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 240.2 per 100k, 46.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate74.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,395 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate13.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents332 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents596 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate240.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,854 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,053 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate153.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,360 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate44.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,415 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 74.5 | B | 2395 | 106.2 | -29.9% |
| Property Crime | 240.2 | D | 6854 | 163.6 | +46.8% |
| Robbery | 13.2 | F | 332 | 5.8 | +127.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.4 | C | 596 | 22.3 | -8.3% |
| Burglary | 42.0 | F | 1053 | 24.0 | +74.9% |
| Larceny | 153.7 | D | 4360 | 116.4 | +32.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 44.4 | F | 1415 | 22.2 | +100.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Springs | 0 miles | D 143.7 | F 536.1 | Violent: 93.0% higher Property: 123.2% higher |
| Montebello | 6 miles | B 90.5 | F 274.8 | Violent: 21.5% higher Property: 14.4% higher |
| La Habra | 6 miles | A 52.1 | C 169.3 | Violent: 30.0% lower Property: 29.5% lower |
| Bell Gardens | 7 miles | B 86.0 | A 102.1 | Violent: 15.5% higher Property: 57.5% lower |
| Buena Park | 8 miles | B 73.4 | D 255.7 | Violent: 1.4% lower Property: 6.4% higher |