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19%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
12%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
25%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleSeal Beach/100k peopleCalifornia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime683n/a (estimate)2,7692,8432,324
Murder0n/a0.05.76.3
Rape6n/a24.337.440.0
Robbery10n/a40.5123.566.1
Assault64n/a259.5332.8268.2
Violent crime80n/a (estimate)324500370
Burglary122n/a494.6371.9269.8
Theft428n/a1,735.31,499.31,401.9
Vehicle theft53n/a214.9471.9282.7
Property crime603n/a (estimate)2,4452,3431,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Seal Beach, CA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Seal Beach is 19.1% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Seal Beach, there were 80 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 324 per 100,000 individuals, 12.3% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 603 property crimes, amounting to 2445 per 100,000 residents, 25.1% higher than the U.S. average.

Seal Beach exhibits a violent crime rate that closely echoes the national average reported by all cities, with 324 incidents per 100,000 people, in line with the nationwide figure of 370. This uniformity underscores Seal Beach as a community where safety standards align seamlessly with the broader national context, delivering residents a steadfast and dependable sense of security.

Seal Beach 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.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Seal Beach?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Seal Beach. Based on the results of the surveys (17 responses), 76% of people felt that there was very little crime in Seal Beach and felt safe walking alone at night. While 24% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Seal Beach a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Seal 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. Seal Beach has a total crime rate that is 19% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.87 daily crimes (0.22 violent daily crimes and 1.65 daily property crimes) in Seal Beach.

Has Crime in Seal Beach Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Seal Beach. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Seal Beach has increased by 16.4%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 207.7%, while property crime has increased by 7.5%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Seal Beach.

Potential Causes for Crime in Seal Beach

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Seal Beach crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Seal Beach has an unemployment rate of 1.7%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

The quality of housing and neighborhood conditions can influence crime rates. Neglected or run-down neighborhoods with poorly maintained properties may be more susceptible to criminal activities. In areas with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves residing in cramped or inadequate housing settings, amplifying stress levels and potentially fostering domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. It's worth noting that the median home price in Seal Beach stands at $417,700, a contrast to the national average of $184,700.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Seal Beach, the average rental rates are $2,031 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Seal Beach crime map



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

      • Seal Beach crime rates are 19% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Seal Beach are 12% lower than the national average
      • In Seal Beach you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Seal Beach is safer than 28% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Seal Beach has increased by 13%

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        Daily Crime In Seal Beach (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Seal Beach, California is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Seal Beach are 1.03 times less than the California average and 1.19 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Seal Beach are 1.54 times less than than California and 1.14 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Seal Beach are 1.04 times more than than California and 1.25 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Seal Beach (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Seal Beach to every other city in California, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Seal Beach safe? The gauges above illustrate that Seal Beach is safer than 48% of every city located within California along with 28% 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, Seal Beach, CA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Seal Beach

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Seal Beach is 1 in 309
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Seal Beach is 1 in 41
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Seal Beach is 1 in 37
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Seal Beach, California? If you reside in Seal Beach, then there is a 1 in 309 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 41. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 37 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Seal Beach.

        Year Over Year Crime In Seal Beach (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Seal Beach, CA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Seal Beach has increased by 197%, while the property crime rate in Seal Beach has increased by 4% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Seal Beach has increased by 13% with regards to total crimes year over year.

        Seal Beach police department

        Item Seal Beach California National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)4851,506558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.93.63.3
        There are a total of 48 Seal Beach police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 46.3% less than the California average and 40.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in California

        State Total offenders California /100K National /100K
        California79,891232266
        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
        Yorba Linda, CA68,103539961,050
        Rossmoor, CA11,9231908931,083
        La Habra Heights, CA5,318551,0491,104
        Bell Gardens, CA41,7703871,1031,490
        Rolling Hills Estates, CA8,0251121,6791,791
        Placentia, CA52,0492321,7832,015
        La Mirada, CA48,2601771,8652,042
        Seal Beach, CA24,2683242,4452,769

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        Bridgeton, NJ24,2647053,1863,891
        Elmwood Park, IL24,2741411,2091,350
        San Benito, TX24,2595181,7242,242
        San Fernando, CA24,2443961,7742,170
        Okemos, MI24,295213711925
        Seal Beach, CA24,2683242,4452,769
        Source: The Seal Beach, 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.