Downey, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Downey Police Department serves the city of Downey, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,561 violent crimes and 10,693 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 64.8 per 100k residents, which is 39.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 210.3 per 100k, 28.5% 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 1 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 Rate64.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,561 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents619 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents878 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate210.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,693 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,188 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate104.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,006 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,443 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 64.8 | A | 3561 | 106.2 | -39.0% |
| Property Crime | 210.3 | D | 10693 | 163.6 | +28.5% |
| Rape | 1.9 | A | 117 | 3.5 | -47.7% |
| Robbery | 16.7 | F | 619 | 5.8 | +186.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.7 | B | 878 | 22.3 | -25.1% |
| Burglary | 31.5 | D | 1188 | 24.0 | +31.1% |
| Larceny | 104.7 | B | 6006 | 116.4 | -10.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.2 | F | 3443 | 22.2 | +230.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank | 0 miles | B 86.0 | F 275.5 | Violent: 32.6% higher Property: 31.1% higher |
| Compton | 0 miles | C 120.7 | F 322.2 | Violent: 86.1% higher Property: 53.2% higher |
| El Monte | 0 miles | C 106.3 | C 179.8 | Violent: 64.0% higher Property: 14.5% lower |
| Gardena | 0 miles | C 107.2 | F 325.0 | Violent: 65.3% higher Property: 54.6% higher |
| Hawaiian Gardens | 0 miles | A 59.9 | D 239.8 | Violent: 7.5% lower Property: 14.0% higher |