Norwalk, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Norwalk Police Department serves the city of Norwalk, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,895 violent crimes and 7,244 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 43.5 per 100k residents, which is 59.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 201.8 per 100k, 23.3% 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 7 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 Rate43.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,895 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents504 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,037 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate201.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,244 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,118 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate107.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,195 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate72.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,865 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 43.5 | A | 2895 | 106.2 | -59.1% |
| Property Crime | 201.8 | D | 7244 | 163.6 | +23.3% |
| Homicide | 1.0 | F | 19 | 0.5 | +93.3% |
| Rape | 1.0 | A | 86 | 3.5 | -70.9% |
| Robbery | 7.2 | D | 504 | 5.8 | +24.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.5 | B | 1037 | 22.3 | -34.9% |
| Burglary | 20.7 | B | 1118 | 24.0 | -13.9% |
| Larceny | 107.6 | C | 4195 | 116.4 | -7.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 72.4 | F | 1865 | 22.2 | +226.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia | 0 miles | A 51.6 | C 193.6 | Violent: 18.8% higher Property: 4.1% lower |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 29.1% lower Property: 8.4% lower |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 129.7% higher Property: 11.0% lower |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 13.9% lower Property: 72.2% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 39.0% lower Property: 47.5% lower |