Holtville, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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40%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

12%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

46%

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}	Holtville_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	77	n/a (estimate)	1,385	2,843	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.7	6.3
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	37.4	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	18.0	123.5	66.1
Assault	17	n/a	305.7	332.8	268.2
Violent crime	18	n/a (estimate)	324	500	370
Burglary	12	n/a	215.8	371.9	269.8
Theft	38	n/a	683.3	1,499.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	9	n/a	161.8	471.9	282.7
Property crime	59	n/a (estimate)	1,061	2,343	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Holtville, 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 Holtville is 40.4% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 18 violent crimes reported in Holtville, equivalent to 324 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 12.5%. Additionally, Holtville recorded 59 property crimes, amounting to 1061 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 45.7%.

The violent crime rate in Holtville closely mirrors the national average among all cities that reported crime, with 324 incidents per 100,000 people. The national average for violent crime per 100,000 people was 370. This consistency highlights Holtville as a community where safety standards are in line with the broader national landscape, providing residents with a reliable sense of security.

Holtville showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

Is Holtville a Safe Place to Live?

Is Holtville a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Holtville has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 40%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.21 daily incidents, encompassing 0.05 violent crimes and 0.16 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Holtville as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Holtville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Holtville has decreased by 18.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Holtville 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 100%, while property crime has decreased by 30.6%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Holtville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Holtville

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 Holtville crime rates. In Holtville, the poverty rate stands at 25.3%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

Holtville reports an unemployment rate of 8.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Holtville crime rates.

Holtville has a population density of 5312.5 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Holtville crime rates.

Holtville crime map

The Holtville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Holtville 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 Holtville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Holtville 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

Holtville crime rates are 40% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Holtville are 12% lower than the national average
In Holtville you have a 1 in 73 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Holtville is safer than 42% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Holtville has decreased by 1%

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Daily Crime In Holtville (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Holtville, CA per 100,000 people. In Holtville, the total number of daily crimes is 2.05 times less than the California average and 1.68 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Holtville is 1.54 times less than the California average and 1.14 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Holtville has a daily crime rate that is 2.21 times less than the California average and 1.84 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Holtville (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Holtville in comparison to other California communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Holtville safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Holtville being safer than 70% of cities in California and 42% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking California cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Holtville. In conclusion, Holtville ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Holtville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Holtville is 1 in 309

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Holtville is 1 in 95

The chance of being a victim of crime in Holtville is 1 in 73

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Holtville? If you reside in Holtville, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 309. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 95 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Holtville, is 1 in 73.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Holtville, California (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Holtville has increased by 142%, the amount of property crime in Holtville has decreased by 16%, and the total amount of crime in Holtville has decreased by 1% year over year.

Holtville police department

Item	Holtville	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	7	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}
Imperial, CA	18,631	92	361	453
Calexico, CA	39,841	135	1,794	1,929
El Centro, CA	43,881	343	2,085	2,428
Brawley, CA	25,942	356	2,540	2,897
Heber, CA	8,413	519	2,434	2,954
Holtville, CA	6,129	324	1,061	1,385

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
South Williamsport, PA	6,129	283	1,498	1,781
Wheelersburg, OH	6,129	220	1,336	1,557
Pauls Valley, OK	6,128	544	4,253	4,797
Northgate, OH	6,130	272	1,652	1,924
Orange Beach, AL	6,130	375	2,415	2,790
Holtville, CA	6,129	324	1,061	1,385

Source: The Holtville, 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.