| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Glendale/100k people | California/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 4,262 | n/a (estimate) | 2,314 | 2,564 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 4 | n/a | 2.2 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 34 | n/a | 18.5 | 36.6 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 172 | n/a | 93.4 | 119.1 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 319 | n/a | 173.2 | 325.8 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 529 | n/a (estimate) | 287 | 486 | 359 |
| Burglary | 372 | n/a | 202.0 | 305.8 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 2,937 | n/a | 1,594.6 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 424 | n/a | 230.2 | 427.5 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 3,733 | n/a (estimate) | 2,027 | 2,078 | 1,760 |
The Glendale crime rates are 9.2% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 529 violent crimes in Glendale (287 per 100,000 people), which is 20% lower than the national average and there were a total of 3733 property crimes (2027 per 100,000 residents) which is 15.2% higher than average.
The Glendale crime rate is about average when compared to all the other cities across the U.S. per 100,000 residents. When we compared the total crimes (violent and property) in Glendale, we found that the reported crime rates were almost equal to the average of all other areas that reported crime.
AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Glendale. Based on the results of the surveys (52 responses), 77% of people felt that there was very little crime in Glendale and felt safe walking alone at night. While 23% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.
Is Glendale 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, Glendale has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 9%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 11.68 daily incidents, encompassing 1.45 violent crimes and 10.23 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Glendale as a potential place to call home.
Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Glendale. 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 Glendale has increased by 25.2%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 156.8%, while property crime has increased by 16.8%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Glendale.
There are more than 33 different neighborhoods in the Glendale area. Depending on their location and other socioeconomic factors, the rate of crime in each neighborhood is vastly different. Areas that are located near the center or downtown core, tend to be more densely populated and typically see higher crime rates. While neighborhoods in the outskirts of the city tend to be less densely populated and have lower unemployment and poverty rates. Some of the safer neighborhoods in Glendale include Brockmont, Verdugo Mountains and Chevy Chase. While Montecito Park, Tropico and Fremont Park have a reported crime rate that is higher than average. This reinforces the need to do a quality check on multiple neighborhoods as their crime rates can be quite different.
In Glendale, 84.2% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.
Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Glendale, the cost of living is 93.74% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.
In Glendale, the average rental rates are $2,560 per month, compared to the national average of $1,444. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.
| Item | Glendale | California | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 356 | 51,506 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 1.8 | 3.6 | 3.3 |
| State | Total offenders | California /100K | National /100K |
| California | 79,891 | 232 | 266 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| San Pasqual, CA | 2,113 | 76 | 326 | 402 |
| Rose Hills, CA | 2,699 | 87 | 371 | 458 |
| North El Monte, CA | 3,790 | 121 | 518 | 639 |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 11,099 | 209 | 597 | 806 |
| Ladera Heights, CA | 6,655 | 158 | 676 | 834 |
| East Pasadena, CA | 6,198 | 158 | 676 | 834 |
| View Park-Windsor Hills, CA | 12,000 | 185 | 792 | 977 |
| Glendale, CA | 204,037 | 287 | 2,027 | 2,314 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 204,117 | 910 | 2,481 | 3,391 |
| Augusta, GA | 204,183 | 517 | 2,656 | 3,173 |
| Montgomery, AL | 204,291 | 595 | 2,235 | 2,830 |
| Huntington Beach, CA | 204,313 | 207 | 1,989 | 2,196 |
| Yonkers, NY | 204,945 | 312 | 1,015 | 1,327 |
| Glendale, CA | 204,037 | 287 | 2,027 | 2,314 |
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