Sunnyvale, CA Crime Rates & Map

B+

6%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

62%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

5%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2021 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2022; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Sunnyvale_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	3,407	n/a (estimate)	2,210	2,581	2,346
Murder	2	n/a	1.3	5.6	6.5
Rape	32	n/a	20.8	34.2	38.4
Robbery	61	n/a	39.6	113.6	73.9
Assault	134	n/a	86.9	288.7	279.7
Violent crime	229	n/a (estimate)	149	442	388
Burglary	516	n/a	334.8	369.7	314.2
Theft	2,276	n/a	1,476.7	1,341.7	1,398.0
Vehicle theft	386	n/a	250.4	427.6	246.0
Property crime	3,178	n/a (estimate)	2,062	2,139	1,958

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Crime Quick Facts

Sunnyvale crime rates are 6% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Sunnyvale are 62% lower than the national average
In Sunnyvale you have a 1 in 46 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Sunnyvale is safer than 47% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Sunnyvale has decreased by 6%

Sunnyvale crime map

The Sunnyvale crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Sunnyvale 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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Daily Crime In Sunnyvale (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Sunnyvale for every 100,000 residents. The Sunnyvale total amount of daily crime is 1.17 times less than the California average and 1.06 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Sunnyvale, is 2.97 times less than the California average, and it is 2.61 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Sunnyvale has a daily crime average that is 1.04 times less than the California average and 1.05 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Sunnyvale (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Sunnyvale, California compared to other areas of California, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Sunnyvale safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Sunnyvale is safer than 69% of California cities, and 47% 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 Sunnyvale. At this time, Sunnyvale sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Sunnyvale

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Sunnyvale is 1 in 674

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Sunnyvale is 1 in 49

The chance of being a victim of crime in Sunnyvale is 1 in 46

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Sunnyvale? In Sunnyvale, CA you have a 1 in 674 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 49 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 46 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Sunnyvale.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Sunnyvale, CA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Sunnyvale has decreased by 11%, while the property crime rate in Sunnyvale has decreased by 6% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Sunnyvale has decreased by 6% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Sunnyvale police department

Item	Sunnyvale	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	267	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	3.6	3.3

There are a total of 267 Sunnyvale police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 48.5% less than the California average and 42.8% 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}
Ladera, CA	1,514	62	300	362
Sunol, CA	1,004	62	300	362
Loyola, CA	3,425	84	407	492
West Menlo Park, CA	3,830	84	407	492
Cambrian Park, CA	3,259	84	407	492
Monte Sereno, CA	3,514	116	436	553
Emerald Lake Hills, CA	4,716	115	556	670
Sunnyvale, CA	149,596	149	2,062	2,210

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Rockford, IL	149,597	1,534	2,481	4,015
Kansas City, KS	149,755	657	3,399	4,057
Lakewood, CO	149,793	684	5,381	6,065
Escondido, CA	149,912	362	1,757	2,119
Hollywood, FL	148,114	346	2,120	2,466
Sunnyvale, CA	149,596	149	2,062	2,210

Source: The Sunnyvale, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2021. 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.