Glendale, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Glendale Police Department serves the city of Glendale, AZ in Maricopa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 22,548 violent crimes and 33,394 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 186.8 per 100k residents, which is 75.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 241.2 per 100k, 47.4% 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 43 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 FAnnual Rate186.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents22,548 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents499 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents930 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,736 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate241.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents33,394 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents4,824 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate156.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents23,656 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate58.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,724 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 186.8 | F | 22548 | 106.2 | +75.9% |
| Property Crime | 241.2 | D | 33394 | 163.6 | +47.4% |
| Rape | 6.7 | F | 499 | 3.5 | +89.5% |
| Robbery | 5.1 | B | 930 | 5.8 | -12.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.9 | D | 3736 | 22.3 | +34.6% |
| Burglary | 24.0 | C | 4824 | 24.0 | +0.0% |
| Larceny | 156.4 | D | 23656 | 116.4 | +34.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 58.7 | F | 4724 | 22.2 | +164.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 43 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 4 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 17 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tolleson | 8 miles | F 191.6 | F 478.9 | Violent: 2.6% higher Property: 98.6% higher |
| Phoenix | 8 miles | D 166.9 | D 206.4 | Violent: 10.6% lower Property: 14.4% lower |
| Goodyear | 11 miles | A 54.6 | B 121.0 | Violent: 70.8% lower Property: 49.8% lower |
| Paradise Valley | 14 miles | A 23.9 | B 119.4 | Violent: 87.2% lower Property: 50.5% lower |
| Scottsdale | 17 miles | A 64.0 | C 185.5 | Violent: 65.7% lower Property: 23.1% lower |