Hanford, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hanford Police Department serves the city of Hanford, CA in Kings County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,512 violent crimes and 4,281 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 81.8 per 100k residents, which is 23.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 92.1 per 100k, 43.7% 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 4 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 BAnnual Rate81.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,512 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents139 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate42.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents914 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate92.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,281 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents565 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate49.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,855 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents821 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 81.8 | B | 2512 | 106.2 | -23.0% |
| Property Crime | 92.1 | A | 4281 | 163.6 | -43.7% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 93 | 3.5 | -51.9% |
| Robbery | 1.7 | A | 139 | 5.8 | -70.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 42.6 | F | 914 | 22.3 | +91.5% |
| Burglary | 11.9 | A | 565 | 24.0 | -50.4% |
| Larceny | 49.4 | A | 2855 | 116.4 | -57.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.0 | D | 821 | 22.2 | +30.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemoore | 8 miles | C 113.8 | B 106.5 | Violent: 39.1% higher Property: 15.7% higher |
| Selma | 17 miles | B 69.9 | B 139.8 | Violent: 14.6% lower Property: 51.9% higher |
| Corcoran | 17 miles | C 113.5 | A 104.8 | Violent: 38.7% higher Property: 13.8% higher |
| Tulare | 19 miles | D 140.0 | C 176.4 | Violent: 71.1% higher Property: 91.6% higher |
| Visalia | 19 miles | D 162.7 | D 236.5 | Violent: 98.9% higher Property: 156.9% higher |