Lemon Grove, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lemon Grove Police Department serves the city of Lemon Grove, CA in San Diego County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,390 violent crimes and 2,370 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 81.4 per 100k residents, which is 23.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 111.0 per 100k, 32.2% 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 3 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 Rate81.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,390 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate33.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents583 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,370 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents325 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate48.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,444 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents583 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 81.4 | B | 2390 | 106.2 | -23.4% |
| Property Crime | 111.0 | B | 2370 | 163.6 | -32.2% |
| Rape | 3.7 | C | 24 | 3.5 | +4.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 33.3 | D | 583 | 22.3 | +49.6% |
| Burglary | 29.6 | D | 325 | 24.0 | +23.2% |
| Larceny | 48.1 | A | 1444 | 116.4 | -58.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.9 | C | 583 | 22.2 | +16.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa | 2 miles | B 86.7 | C 175.0 | Violent: 6.5% higher Property: 57.7% higher |
| El Cajon | 6 miles | C 95.6 | B 128.4 | Violent: 17.4% higher Property: 15.7% higher |
| National City | 6 miles | C 99.5 | C 173.7 | Violent: 22.3% higher Property: 56.5% higher |
| San Diego | 7 miles | B 79.8 | C 153.5 | Violent: 1.9% lower Property: 38.3% higher |
| Coronado | 9 miles | B 84.2 | C 184.2 | Violent: 3.5% higher Property: 66.0% higher |