Delano, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Delano Police Department serves the city of Delano, CA in Kern County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,936 violent crimes and 4,173 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 68.2 per 100k residents, which is 35.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 134.4 per 100k, 17.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 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 Rate68.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,936 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate3.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents137 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents516 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate134.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,173 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents591 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate70.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,139 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate40.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,265 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 68.2 | A | 1936 | 106.2 | -35.8% |
| Property Crime | 134.4 | B | 4173 | 163.6 | -17.9% |
| Rape | 1.9 | A | 77 | 3.5 | -44.9% |
| Robbery | 3.9 | B | 137 | 5.8 | -33.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.6 | B | 516 | 22.3 | -30.0% |
| Burglary | 13.6 | A | 591 | 24.0 | -43.3% |
| Larceny | 70.1 | A | 2139 | 116.4 | -39.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.9 | F | 1265 | 22.2 | +84.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arvin | 0 miles | C 99.3 | D 230.3 | Violent: 45.7% higher Property: 71.3% higher |
| Bakersfield | 0 miles | D 129.9 | F 314.2 | Violent: 90.6% higher Property: 133.8% higher |
| Bear Valley | 17 miles | F 1666.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 2345.2% higher Property: N/A |
| Stallion Springs | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 40.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 69.7% lower |
| Tehachapi | 22 miles | B 90.9 | D 206.5 | Violent: 33.3% higher Property: 53.7% higher |