Gardena, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gardena Police Department serves the city of Gardena, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,704 violent crimes and 8,126 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 107.2 per 100k residents, which is 0.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 325.0 per 100k, 98.6% 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 11 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 CAnnual Rate107.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,704 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate22.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents573 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,100 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate325.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,126 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,008 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate184.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,424 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate107.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,660 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 107.2 | C | 2704 | 106.2 | +0.9% |
| Property Crime | 325.0 | F | 8126 | 163.6 | +98.6% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 85 | 3.5 | -51.1% |
| Robbery | 22.5 | F | 573 | 5.8 | +286.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.4 | F | 1100 | 22.3 | +117.5% |
| Burglary | 31.1 | D | 1008 | 24.0 | +29.5% |
| Larceny | 184.9 | D | 4424 | 116.4 | +58.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 107.2 | F | 2660 | 22.2 | +383.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank | 0 miles | B 86.0 | F 275.5 | Violent: 19.8% lower Property: 15.2% lower |
| Compton | 0 miles | C 120.7 | F 322.2 | Violent: 12.6% higher Property: 0.9% lower |
| Downey | 0 miles | A 64.8 | D 210.3 | Violent: 39.5% lower Property: 35.3% lower |
| El Monte | 0 miles | C 106.3 | C 179.8 | Violent: 0.8% lower Property: 44.7% lower |
| Hawaiian Gardens | 0 miles | A 59.9 | D 239.8 | Violent: 44.1% lower Property: 26.2% lower |