| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Long Beach/100k people | California/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 18,459 | n/a (estimate) | 4,155 | 2,564 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 37 | n/a | 8.3 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 200 | n/a | 45.0 | 36.6 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 989 | n/a | 222.6 | 119.1 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 1,779 | n/a | 400.5 | 325.8 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 3,005 | n/a (estimate) | 676 | 486 | 359 |
| Burglary | 3,131 | n/a | 704.8 | 305.8 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 7,977 | n/a | 1,795.7 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 4,346 | n/a | 978.3 | 427.5 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 15,454 | n/a (estimate) | 3,479 | 2,078 | 1,760 |
The Long Beach crime rates are 96.1% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 3005 violent crimes in Long Beach (676 per 100,000 people), which is 88.4% higher than the national average and there were a total of 15454 property crimes (3479 per 100,000 residents) which is 97.7% higher than average.
In Long Beach, the crime rate stands at 4155 per 100,000 residents, surpassing the national average by 96.08%. This places the city among those with some of the highest total crime rates nationwide. However, it's important to recognize that this doesn't imply that the entire city is unsafe. As with any urban area, there are neighborhoods in Long Beach that exhibit varying levels of safety, emphasizing the need for localized crime prevention efforts and community involvement to create a safe environment across the entire city.
Vehicle thefts across all of America are on the rise and Long Beach has one of the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. In the most recent crime report, Long Beach reported 4346 vehicle thefts, which equates to 978 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This falls in the bottom 10% of all cities, meaning that 90% of cities have better vehicle theft rates. The chance of having your vehicle stolen in Long Beach is 1 in 103.
AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Long Beach residents. Out of the respondents (186 in total), 30% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Long Beach were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 70% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.
To determine if Long Beach is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Long Beach has a total crime rate that is 96% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 50.57 daily crimes (8.23 violent daily crimes and 42.34 daily property crimes) in Long Beach.
Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Long Beach crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Long Beach has increased by 22.7% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 28.3% and property crime has increased by 21.6%.
Long Beach is a large urban city with at least 27 distinct neighborhoods. As a result, crime rates will differ dramatically from one neighborhood to the next. Typically, high density neighborhoods that are located close to the city center, experience more crime than neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city. Some of the safest neighborhoods in Long Beach include: City Of Signal Hill, City College Area and Alamitos Heights. Some neighborhoods that have a higher number of reported crime that you might want to avoid include: East Side, Poly High District and Wrigley.
The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Long Beach crime rates. In Long Beach, the poverty rate stands at 16.2%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.
The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Long Beach, 77.6% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.
In Long Beach, the median home price stands at $1,039,015, diverging from the national average of $326,622. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.
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| Item | Long Beach | California | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 1,131 | 51,506 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 2.4 | 3.6 | 3.3 |
| State | Total offenders | California /100K | National /100K |
| California | 79,891 | 232 | 266 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Rolling Hills, CA | 1,468 | 0 | 62 | 62 |
| Palos Verdes Estates, CA | 13,749 | 24 | 788 | 812 |
| La Habra Heights, CA | 5,470 | 171 | 683 | 853 |
| Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | 42,809 | 92 | 883 | 975 |
| Rossmoor, CA | 12,384 | 185 | 792 | 977 |
| Marina del Rey, CA | 10,341 | 185 | 792 | 977 |
| Del Aire, CA | 10,661 | 204 | 873 | 1,077 |
| Long Beach, CA | 480,084 | 676 | 3,479 | 4,155 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 481,855 | 716 | 3,449 | 4,164 |
| Raleigh, NC | 482,278 | 489 | 2,819 | 3,308 |
| Miami, FL | 470,437 | 473 | 2,995 | 3,468 |
| Omaha, NE | 494,852 | 369 | 3,162 | 3,531 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 463,341 | 92 | 1,640 | 1,732 |
| Long Beach, CA | 480,084 | 676 | 3,479 | 4,155 |
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