Highland, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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12%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

97%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

32%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Highland_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,173	n/a (estimate)	2,049	2,843	2,324
Murder	6	n/a	10.5	5.7	6.3
Rape	14	n/a	24.5	37.4	40.0
Robbery	62	n/a	108.3	123.5	66.1
Assault	334	n/a	583.4	332.8	268.2
Violent crime	416	n/a (estimate)	727	500	370
Burglary	154	n/a	269.0	371.9	269.8
Theft	442	n/a	772.1	1,499.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	161	n/a	281.2	471.9	282.7
Property crime	757	n/a (estimate)	1,322	2,343	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Highland, CA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Highland is 11.8% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 416 violent crimes reported in Highland, equivalent to 727 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 96.5%. Additionally, Highland recorded 757 property crimes, amounting to 1322 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 32.3%.

In terms of the total Highland crime rate per 100,000 people, it falls within the midrange when compared to other cities across the United States. Our analysis of total crimes, encompassing both violent and property offenses in Highland, revealed that the reported crime rates closely align with the nationwide average reported by other areas.

Highland ranks among the bottom 10% of all U.S. cities reporting violent crime, earning its reputation as one of the nation's most dangerous areas. With a violent crime rate of 727 per 100,000 people, Highland is considered one of the most unsafe cities in America. This statistic translates to a 1 in 138 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in Highland, underscoring the need for increased safety measures and community engagement to improve the city's security.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Highland ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Highland, there were a total of 6 murders, translating to 10 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Highland?

What do the local residents think about crime in Highland? Well, based on a recent survey of 14 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 64% of Highland residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 36% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Highland a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Highland 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. Highland has a total crime rate that is 12% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 3.21 daily crimes (1.14 violent daily crimes and 2.07 daily property crimes) in Highland.

Has Crime in Highland Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Highland has increased by 4.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Highland is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 9.8%, while property crime has increased by 2.4%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Highland.

Potential Causes for Crime in Highland

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Highland crime rate. The poverty level in Highland is 16.6%, while the national average is 15.1%.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Highland, there are 0 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Highland is $338,500, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Highland crime map

The Highland crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Highland as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Highland crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Highland crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Highland crime rates are 12% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Highland are 97% higher than the national average
In Highland you have a 1 in 49 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Highland is safer than 14% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Highland has increased by 2%

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Daily Crime In Highland (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Highland on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of California and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Highland (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to California, are 1.39 times less than the state average and 1.13 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Highland on a daily basis are 1.45 times more than than California average and 1.97 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Highland are 1.77 times less than the daily state average and 1.48 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Highland (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Highland to every other city in California, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Highland safe? The gauges above illustrate that Highland is safer than 20% of every city located within California along with 14% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in California and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Highland, CA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Highland

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Highland is 1 in 138

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Highland is 1 in 76

The chance of being a victim of crime in Highland is 1 in 49

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Highland, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 138. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 76 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Highland is 1 in 49.

Year Over Year Crime In Highland (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Highland is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Highland has increased by 7%, while the property crime rate in Highland has not changed year over year. The number of total crimes in Highland has increased by 2% year over year.

Highland police department

Item	Highland	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	n/a	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	3.6	3.3

Sex offenders in California

State	Total offenders	California_/100K	National_/100K
California	79,891	232	266

There are a total of 79,891 sex offenders in California. This yields a total of 232 sex offenders in California per 100,000 residents which is 13% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Fontana, CA	212,704	287	1,287	1,574
Beaumont, CA	48,272	350	1,234	1,584
Yucaipa, CA	54,358	346	1,301	1,647
Oak Glen, CA	307	386	1,810	2,196
Running Springs, CA	4,410	422	1,978	2,401
Moreno Valley, CA	208,751	370	2,041	2,410
Loma Linda, CA	24,239	280	2,185	2,465
Highland, CA	55,339	727	1,322	2,049

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Hacienda Heights, CA	55,386	513	2,405	2,919
Kettering, OH	55,271	51	1,408	1,459
Blue Springs, MO	55,415	208	2,172	2,380
Oak Lawn, IL	55,432	120	1,528	1,648
Carson City, NV	55,244	518	2,716	3,234
Highland, CA	55,339	727	1,322	2,049

Source: The Highland, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.