Carpinteria, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carpinteria Police Department serves the city of Carpinteria, CA in Santa Barbara County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 399 violent crimes and 752 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 109.3 per 100k residents, which is 2.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 156.2 per 100k, 4.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate109.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents399 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents752 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate109.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents594 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate39.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 109.3 | C | 399 | 106.2 | +2.9% |
| Property Crime | 156.2 | C | 752 | 163.6 | -4.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.6 | B | 66 | 22.3 | -29.8% |
| Burglary | 7.8 | A | 72 | 24.0 | -67.5% |
| Larceny | 109.3 | C | 594 | 116.4 | -6.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 39.0 | F | 80 | 22.2 | +76.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lompoc | 0 miles | F 177.4 | B 122.1 | Violent: 62.3% higher Property: 21.8% lower |
| Santa Barbara | 0 miles | D 140.3 | C 185.1 | Violent: 28.3% higher Property: 18.6% higher |
| Solvang | 0 miles | A 33.8 | A 50.7 | Violent: 69.1% lower Property: 67.6% lower |
| Buellton | 0 miles | A 19.7 | B 118.2 | Violent: 82.0% lower Property: 24.3% lower |
| Goleta | 16 miles | A 43.4 | B 108.4 | Violent: 60.3% lower Property: 30.6% lower |