| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Oxnard/100k people | California/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 4,882 | n/a (estimate) | 2,474 | 2,564 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 6 | n/a | 3.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 65 | n/a | 32.9 | 36.6 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 234 | n/a | 118.6 | 119.1 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 872 | n/a | 441.8 | 325.8 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 1,177 | n/a (estimate) | 596 | 486 | 359 |
| Burglary | 396 | n/a | 200.6 | 305.8 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 2,596 | n/a | 1,315.4 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 713 | n/a | 361.3 | 427.5 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 3,705 | n/a (estimate) | 1,877 | 2,078 | 1,760 |
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 Oxnard crime rate is higher than the national average by 16.7%. Specifically, there were 1177 violent crimes in Oxnard, equivalent to 596 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 66.1%. Furthermore, Oxnard recorded 3705 property crimes, amounting to 1877 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 6.7%.
Oxnard has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 1877 property crimes in Oxnard, while the national average was 1760 per 100,000 people. This results in the area being no safer or more dangerous than the average city.
AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Oxnard. Based on the results of the surveys (114 responses), 37% of people felt that there was very little crime in Oxnard and felt safe walking alone at night. While 63% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.
Determining whether Oxnard 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, Oxnard has an overall crime rate that is 17% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 13.38 daily occurrences, comprising 3.22 violent crimes and 10.15 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Oxnard as a potential place to establish residency.
Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Oxnard crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Oxnard has decreased by 3.6% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 58.4% and property crime has decreased by 14.3%.
The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Oxnard, 64.3% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.
In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Oxnard has a median home price of $861,669, deviating from the national average of $326,622. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.
In Oxnard, the average rental rates are $2,501 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 | Oxnard | California | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 391 | 51,506 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 1.9 | 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 |
| Channel Islands Beach, CA | 2,765 | 76 | 326 | 402 |
| Casa Conejo, CA | 3,295 | 145 | 620 | 766 |
| Saticoy, CA | 1,808 | 207 | 883 | 1,090 |
| Santa Paula, CA | 31,101 | 327 | 874 | 1,201 |
| Camarillo, CA | 70,382 | 129 | 1,191 | 1,320 |
| Oak View, CA | 6,791 | 269 | 1,150 | 1,419 |
| El Rio, CA | 6,678 | 423 | 1,809 | 2,232 |
| Oxnard, CA | 214,920 | 596 | 1,877 | 2,474 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Fayetteville, NC | 215,564 | 660 | 3,095 | 3,755 |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 215,612 | 272 | 1,666 | 1,938 |
| Birmingham, AL | 216,515 | 1,247 | 4,031 | 5,278 |
| Santa Clarita, CA | 218,105 | 165 | 1,177 | 1,342 |
| Rochester, NY | 211,665 | 582 | 3,289 | 3,872 |
| Oxnard, CA | 214,920 | 596 | 1,877 | 2,474 |
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