Goleta, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Goleta Police Department serves the city of Goleta, CA in Santa Barbara County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 865 violent crimes and 2,117 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 43.4 per 100k residents, which is 59.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 108.4 per 100k, 33.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate43.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents865 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents148 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate108.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,117 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents357 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate83.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,571 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents170 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 43.4 | A | 865 | 106.2 | -59.2% |
| Property Crime | 108.4 | B | 2117 | 163.6 | -33.7% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 17 | 3.5 | -12.3% |
| Robbery | 6.2 | C | 38 | 5.8 | +6.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.5 | B | 148 | 22.3 | -30.4% |
| Burglary | 6.2 | A | 357 | 24.0 | -74.2% |
| Larceny | 83.6 | B | 1571 | 116.4 | -28.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.5 | B | 170 | 22.2 | -30.1% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lompoc | 16 miles | F 177.4 | B 122.1 | Violent: 309.0% higher Property: 12.6% higher |
| Santa Barbara | 16 miles | D 140.3 | C 185.1 | Violent: 223.4% higher Property: 70.8% higher |
| Carpinteria | 16 miles | C 109.3 | C 156.2 | Violent: 152.0% higher Property: 44.0% higher |
| Solvang | 16 miles | A 33.8 | A 50.7 | Violent: 22.1% lower Property: 53.3% lower |
| Buellton | 16 miles | A 19.7 | B 118.2 | Violent: 54.6% lower Property: 9.0% higher |