Santa Clarita, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Santa Clarita Police Department serves the city of Santa Clarita, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,045 violent crimes and 9,209 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 38.1 per 100k residents, which is 64.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 144.5 per 100k, 11.7% 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 28 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 AHomicide
Grade BNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade ARobbery
Grade BAggravated Assault
Grade AProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade BLarceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade DCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 38.1 | A | 4045 | 106.2 | -64.2% |
| Property Crime | 144.5 | B | 9209 | 163.6 | -11.7% |
| Homicide | 0.5 | B | 9 | 0.5 | -13.7% |
| Rape | 0.5 | A | 164 | 3.5 | -87.0% |
| Robbery | 5.0 | B | 374 | 5.8 | -13.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.7 | A | 770 | 22.3 | -60.9% |
| Burglary | 20.6 | B | 1541 | 24.0 | -14.1% |
| Larceny | 91.3 | B | 6305 | 116.4 | -21.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 31.2 | D | 1301 | 22.2 | +40.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 28 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 11 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia | 0 miles | A 51.6 | C 193.6 | Violent: 35.6% higher Property: 34.0% higher |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 19.1% lower Property: 27.9% higher |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 162.2% higher Property: 24.4% higher |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 1.7% lower Property: 61.1% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 30.4% lower Property: 26.6% lower |