Laguna Hills, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Laguna Hills Police Department serves the city of Laguna Hills, CA in Orange County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 796 violent crimes and 1,919 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 46.4 per 100k residents, which is 56.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 105.9 per 100k, 35.2% 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 Rate46.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents796 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,919 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents443 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate49.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,219 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate43.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents243 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 46.4 | A | 796 | 106.2 | -56.4% |
| Property Crime | 105.9 | A | 1919 | 163.6 | -35.2% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 20 | 3.5 | -6.4% |
| Robbery | 9.9 | F | 65 | 5.8 | +70.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.9 | A | 173 | 22.3 | -55.4% |
| Burglary | 13.2 | A | 443 | 24.0 | -44.9% |
| Larceny | 49.7 | A | 1219 | 116.4 | -57.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 43.0 | F | 243 | 22.2 | +94.1% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blythe | 7620 miles | D 129.1 | B 123.3 | Violent: 178.6% higher Property: 16.3% higher |
| Holtville | 7678 miles | A 54.8 | A 36.6 | Violent: 18.3% higher Property: 65.5% lower |
| Westmorland | 7672 miles | B 88.7 | B 133.0 | Violent: 91.3% higher Property: 25.5% higher |
| Calexico | 7687 miles | N/A N/A | A 55.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 48.0% lower |
| El Centro | 7688 miles | C 103.2 | B 135.3 | Violent: 122.6% higher Property: 27.7% higher |