Laguna Beach, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Laguna Beach Police Department serves the city of Laguna Beach, CA in Orange County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,025 violent crimes and 1,455 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 89.4 per 100k residents, which is 15.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 147.5 per 100k, 9.9% 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 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 BAnnual Rate89.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,025 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate35.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents236 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate147.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,455 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate58.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents228 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate62.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,050 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 89.4 | B | 1025 | 106.2 | -15.8% |
| Property Crime | 147.5 | C | 1455 | 163.6 | -9.9% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 42 | 3.5 | +26.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 35.8 | F | 236 | 22.3 | +60.6% |
| Burglary | 58.1 | F | 228 | 24.0 | +141.8% |
| Larceny | 62.6 | A | 1050 | 116.4 | -46.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.8 | D | 163 | 22.2 | +20.9% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anaheim | 9 miles | C 95.6 | D 211.0 | Violent: 6.9% higher Property: 43.1% higher |
| Costa Mesa | 9 miles | C 97.8 | F 279.5 | Violent: 9.4% higher Property: 89.5% higher |
| Cypress | 9 miles | A 26.6 | B 129.1 | Violent: 70.2% lower Property: 12.4% lower |
| Garden Grove | 9 miles | A 27.4 | B 136.3 | Violent: 69.4% lower Property: 7.6% lower |
| Huntington Beach | 9 miles | A 62.4 | B 138.8 | Violent: 30.2% lower Property: 5.8% lower |