Hollister, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hollister Police Department serves the city of Hollister, CA in San Benito County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,308 violent crimes and 1,827 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 96.9 per 100k residents, which is 8.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 59.4 per 100k, 63.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 Rate96.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,308 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents527 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate59.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,827 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate50.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,187 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents358 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 96.9 | C | 2308 | 106.2 | -8.8% |
| Property Crime | 59.4 | A | 1827 | 163.6 | -63.7% |
| Robbery | 4.4 | B | 111 | 5.8 | -24.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.6 | D | 527 | 22.3 | +28.6% |
| Larceny | 50.6 | A | 1187 | 116.4 | -56.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.8 | A | 358 | 22.2 | -60.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilroy | 12 miles | C 113.4 | D 249.4 | Violent: 17.0% higher Property: 319.6% higher |
| Salinas | 21 miles | C 110.1 | C 148.8 | Violent: 13.6% higher Property: 150.4% higher |
| Marina | 27 miles | C 110.6 | D 208.0 | Violent: 14.2% higher Property: 249.9% higher |
| Los Gatos | 28 miles | A 37.6 | C 175.5 | Violent: 61.2% lower Property: 195.3% higher |
| Morgan Hill | 28 miles | A 29.1 | A 40.3 | Violent: 70.0% lower Property: 32.3% lower |