Sunnyvale, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sunnyvale Police Department serves the city of Sunnyvale, CA in Santa Clara County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,502 violent crimes and 14,718 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 59.2 per 100k residents, which is 44.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 178.3 per 100k, 9.0% 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 84 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 Rate59.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,502 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents190 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents351 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents788 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate178.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,718 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate34.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,416 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate117.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents10,443 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,727 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 59.2 | A | 3502 | 106.2 | -44.3% |
| Property Crime | 178.3 | C | 14718 | 163.6 | +9.0% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 190 | 3.5 | -7.0% |
| Robbery | 6.6 | C | 351 | 5.8 | +13.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.7 | B | 788 | 22.3 | -11.4% |
| Burglary | 34.9 | D | 2416 | 24.0 | +45.1% |
| Larceny | 117.7 | C | 10443 | 116.4 | +1.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.0 | C | 1727 | 22.2 | +12.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 84 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 40 |
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-White | 5 |
| Anti-Female | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 7 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 4 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 4 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 15 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Gatos | 0 miles | A 37.6 | C 175.5 | Violent: 36.5% lower Property: 1.5% lower |
| Morgan Hill | 0 miles | A 29.1 | A 40.3 | Violent: 50.9% lower Property: 77.4% lower |
| San Jose | 0 miles | D 140.4 | D 240.8 | Violent: 137.1% higher Property: 35.1% higher |
| Santa Clara | 0 miles | A 50.6 | D 251.5 | Violent: 14.5% lower Property: 41.1% higher |
| Campbell | 15 miles | C 120.4 | D 255.2 | Violent: 103.3% higher Property: 43.2% higher |