South Gate, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

F

65%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

49%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

68%

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}	South Gate_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	3,436	n/a (estimate)	3,831	2,843	2,324
Murder	5	n/a	5.6	5.7	6.3
Rape	25	n/a	27.9	37.4	40.0
Robbery	200	n/a	223.0	123.5	66.1
Assault	263	n/a	293.2	332.8	268.2
Violent crime	493	n/a (estimate)	550	500	370
Burglary	332	n/a	370.1	371.9	269.8
Theft	1,710	n/a	1,906.4	1,499.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	901	n/a	1,004.5	471.9	282.7
Property crime	2,943	n/a (estimate)	3,281	2,343	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in South Gate, 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 South Gate is 64.8% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 493 violent crimes reported in South Gate, equivalent to 550 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 48.6%. Additionally, South Gate recorded 2943 property crimes, amounting to 3281 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 67.9%.

Vehicle thefts across all of America are on the rise and South Gate has one of the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. In the most recent crime report, South Gate reported 901 vehicle thefts, which equates to 1004 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 South Gate is 1 in 100.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in South Gate?

What is the prevailing sentiment among South Gate residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 39 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 46% of South Gate residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 54% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is South Gate a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether South Gate is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, South Gate has an overall crime rate that is 65% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 9.41 daily occurrences, comprising 1.35 violent crimes and 8.06 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of South Gate as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in South Gate Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in South Gate has decreased by 4.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not South Gate 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 decreased by 22.6%, while property crime has decreased by 0.1%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in South Gate.

Potential Causes for Crime in South Gate

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower South Gate crime rates. For instance, in South Gate, the population density stands at 13114.3 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

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 South Gate is $438,100, compared to a national average of $184,700.

South Gate has an average rental rate of $1,211 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

South Gate crime map

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

South Gate crime rates are 65% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in South Gate are 49% higher than the national average
In South Gate you have a 1 in 27 chance of becoming a victim of crime
South Gate is safer than 12% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in South Gate has not changed

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Daily Crime In South Gate (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in South Gate, CA per 100,000 people. In South Gate, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.35 times more than the California average and 1.65 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in South Gate is 1.10 times more than the California average and 1.49 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, South Gate has a daily crime rate that is 1.40 times more than the California average and 1.68 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is South Gate (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of South Gate to every other city in California, as well as the entirety of the United States, is South Gate safe? The gauges above illustrate that South Gate is safer than 17% of every city located within California along with 12% 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, South Gate, CA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in South Gate

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in South Gate is 1 in 182

The chance of being a victim of property crime in South Gate is 1 in 31

The chance of being a victim of crime in South Gate is 1 in 27

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in South Gate? If you reside in South Gate, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 182. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 31 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 South Gate, is 1 in 27.

Year Over Year Crime In South Gate (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether South Gate 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 South Gate has decreased by 19%, while the property crime rate in South Gate has increased by 4% year over year. The number of total crimes in South Gate has not changed year over year.

South Gate police department

Item	South Gate	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	114	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.2	3.6	3.3

There are a total of 114 South Gate police officers. This results in 1.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 67.1% less than the California average and 63.5% less than the National average.

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}
San Pasqual, CA	2,038	78	368	446
Rolling Hills, CA	1,439	0	480	480
Rose Hills, CA	2,619	113	527	640
Ladera Heights, CA	6,419	163	762	925
Marina del Rey, CA	10,065	175	822	998
East Pasadena, CA	6,025	179	838	1,017
Bradbury, CA	825	0	1,025	1,025
South Gate, CA	94,905	550	3,281	3,831

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Roswell, GA	94,884	187	1,208	1,395
Portsmouth, VA	94,961	875	4,881	5,757
Sunrise, FL	94,657	329	1,992	2,321
Hesperia, CA	95,163	599	1,408	2,007
New Bedford, MA	95,355	626	1,560	2,186
South Gate, CA	94,905	550	3,281	3,831

Source: The South Gate, 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.