La Mesa, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The La Mesa Police Department serves the city of La Mesa, CA in San Diego County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,281 violent crimes and 5,530 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 86.7 per 100k residents, which is 18.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 175.0 per 100k, 7.0% 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 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 Rate86.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,281 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents288 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents576 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate175.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,530 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents912 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate113.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,645 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate30.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents909 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 86.7 | B | 3281 | 106.2 | -18.4% |
| Property Crime | 175.0 | C | 5530 | 163.6 | +7.0% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 79 | 3.5 | -52.8% |
| Robbery | 10.0 | F | 288 | 5.8 | +71.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.3 | A | 576 | 22.3 | -40.1% |
| Burglary | 31.7 | D | 912 | 24.0 | +31.8% |
| Larceny | 113.3 | C | 3645 | 116.4 | -2.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.0 | D | 909 | 22.2 | +35.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Grove | 2 miles | B 81.4 | B 111.0 | Violent: 6.1% lower Property: 36.6% lower |
| El Cajon | 5 miles | C 95.6 | B 128.4 | Violent: 10.3% higher Property: 26.6% lower |
| National City | 8 miles | C 99.5 | C 173.7 | Violent: 14.8% higher Property: 0.7% lower |
| San Diego | 8 miles | B 79.8 | C 153.5 | Violent: 7.9% lower Property: 12.3% lower |
| Coronado | 10 miles | B 84.2 | C 184.2 | Violent: 2.8% lower Property: 5.3% higher |