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17%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
25%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
16%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleAzusa/100k peopleCalifornia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime836n/a (estimate)1,7552,5642,119
Murder4n/a8.44.55.0
Rape11n/a23.136.637.5
Robbery42n/a88.1119.160.6
Assault72n/a151.1325.8256.1
Violent crime129n/a (estimate)271486359
Burglary89n/a186.8305.8229.2
Theft464n/a973.81,345.21,272.1
Vehicle theft154n/a323.2427.5258.8
Property crime707n/a (estimate)1,4842,0781,760

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The Azusa crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Azusa 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 Azusa crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Azusa 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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An Overview of Crime Rates in Azusa, CA

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Azusa crime rate is lower than the national average by 17.2%. Specifically, there were 129 violent crimes in Azusa, equivalent to 271 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 24.6%. Furthermore, Azusa recorded 707 property crimes, amounting to 1484 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 15.7%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Azusa?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Azusa. Based on the results of the surveys (40 responses), 73% of people felt that there was very little crime in Azusa and felt safe walking alone at night. While 28% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Azusa a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Azusa, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Azusa presents a total crime rate that is 17% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Azusa experiences an average of 2.29 daily crimes, comprising 0.35 violent incidents and 1.94 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Azusa Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Azusa has decreased by 26% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Azusa 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 16.8%, while property crime has decreased by 27.5%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Azusa.

Potential Causes for Crime in Azusa

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 Azusa 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. Azusa has an unemployment rate of 4.3%, compared to a national average of 4.9%.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Azusa, 76.8% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Azusa, the cost of living is 47.98% higher than the national average.

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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Azusa crime rates are 17% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Azusa are 25% lower than the national average
      • In Azusa you have a 1 in 57 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Azusa is safer than 35% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Azusa has decreased by 5%

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        Daily Crime In Azusa (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Azusa, California is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Azusa are 1.46 times less than the California average and 1.21 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Azusa are 1.80 times less than than California and 1.33 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Azusa are 1.40 times less than than California and 1.19 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Azusa (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Azusa, California compared to other areas of California, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Azusa safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Azusa is safer than 62% of California cities, and 35% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in California, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Azusa. At this time, Azusa sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Azusa

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Azusa is 1 in 370
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Azusa is 1 in 68
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Azusa is 1 in 57
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Azusa? In Azusa, you have a 1 in 370 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 68. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Azusa, CA is 1 in 57.

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

        The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Azusa, CA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Azusa has decreased by 7%, while the property crime rate in Azusa has decreased by 4% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Azusa has decreased by 5% with regards to total crimes year over year.

        Azusa police department

        Item Azusa California National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)8551,506558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.83.63.3
        There are a total of 85 Azusa police officers. This results in 1.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 50.1% less than the California average and 44.5% 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
        San Pasqual, CA2,11376326402
        Rose Hills, CA2,69987371458
        San Antonio Heights, CA3,21793396488
        North El Monte, CA3,790121518639
        Sierra Madre, CA11,099209597806
        East Pasadena, CA6,198158676834
        La Habra Heights, CA5,470171683853
        Azusa, CA50,6042711,4841,755

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Florin, CA50,6316992,9883,687
        San Jacinto, CA50,6822541,7271,982
        Bedford, TX50,4601441,5471,691
        Cerritos, CA50,7653505,3335,683
        Wilson, NC50,7695792,4032,982
        Azusa, CA50,6042711,4841,755
        Source: The Azusa, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.