Lomita, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lomita Police Department serves the city of Lomita, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 532 violent crimes and 1,245 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.3 per 100k residents, which is 28.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 178.0 per 100k, 8.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents532 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents210 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate178.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,245 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate40.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate111.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents751 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents256 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.3 | B | 532 | 106.2 | -28.2% |
| Property Crime | 178.0 | C | 1245 | 163.6 | +8.8% |
| Rape | 5.1 | D | 17 | 3.5 | +43.6% |
| Robbery | 5.1 | B | 89 | 5.8 | -12.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.5 | D | 210 | 22.3 | +37.1% |
| Burglary | 40.7 | F | 229 | 24.0 | +69.3% |
| Larceny | 111.9 | C | 751 | 116.4 | -3.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.4 | C | 256 | 22.2 | +14.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia | 0 miles | A 51.6 | C 193.6 | Violent: 32.3% lower Property: 8.8% higher |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 59.6% lower Property: 3.8% higher |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 30.9% higher Property: 0.9% higher |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 50.9% lower Property: 68.4% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 65.3% lower Property: 40.4% lower |