Lynwood, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lynwood Police Department serves the city of Lynwood, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,945 violent crimes and 6,359 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 272.4 per 100k residents, which is 156.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 442.9 per 100k, 170.7% 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 FAnnual Rate272.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,945 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate49.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents728 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate82.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,056 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate442.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,359 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate60.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents646 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate194.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,875 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate188.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,784 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 272.4 | F | 2945 | 106.2 | +156.5% |
| Property Crime | 442.9 | F | 6359 | 163.6 | +170.7% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 83 | 3.5 | +35.2% |
| Robbery | 49.4 | F | 728 | 5.8 | +748.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 82.8 | F | 1056 | 22.3 | +272.2% |
| Burglary | 60.5 | F | 646 | 24.0 | +151.9% |
| Larceny | 194.4 | F | 2875 | 116.4 | +67.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 188.0 | F | 2784 | 22.2 | +747.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| 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: 81.1% lower Property: 56.3% lower |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 88.7% lower Property: 58.3% lower |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 63.4% lower Property: 59.4% lower |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 86.3% lower Property: 87.3% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 90.3% lower Property: 76.1% lower |