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28%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
58%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
23%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleHawaiian Gardens/100k peopleCalifornia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime403n/a (estimate)2,9832,8432,324
Murder3n/a22.25.76.3
Rape3n/a22.237.440.0
Robbery18n/a133.2123.566.1
Assault55n/a407.1332.8268.2
Violent crime79n/a (estimate)585500370
Burglary84n/a621.8371.9269.8
Theft151n/a1,117.71,499.31,401.9
Vehicle theft89n/a658.8471.9282.7
Property crime324n/a (estimate)2,3982,3431,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hawaiian Gardens, CA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Hawaiian Gardens crime rate is 28.3% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Hawaiian Gardens, there were 79 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 585 per 100,000 individuals, 58.1% higher than the national average. Additionally, Hawaiian Gardens recorded 324 property crimes, amounting to 2398 per 100,000 residents, 22.7% higher than the U.S. average.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Hawaiian Gardens stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Hawaiian Gardens, there were a total of 3 murders, translating to 22 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

The occurrence of vehicle thefts has been increasing nationwide, and Hawaiian Gardens faces one of the highest vehicle theft rates in the United States. In the latest reported crime year, there were a reported 89 vehicle thefts, translating to 659 stolen vehicles per 100,000 residents. This places Hawaiian Gardens in the bottom 10% among all cities, signifying that 90% of cities have less stolen vehicles. The likelihood of experiencing a vehicle theft is 1 in 152.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Hawaiian Gardens?

What do the local residents think about crime in Hawaiian Gardens? Well, based on a recent survey of 14 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 36% of Hawaiian Gardens residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 64% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Hawaiian Gardens a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Hawaiian Gardens is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Hawaiian Gardens has a total crime rate that is 28% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.1 daily crimes (0.22 violent daily crimes and 0.89 daily property crimes) in Hawaiian Gardens.

Has Crime in Hawaiian Gardens Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Hawaiian Gardens has increased by 61.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Hawaiian Gardens 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 increased by 51.9%, while property crime has increased by 64.5%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Hawaiian Gardens.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hawaiian Gardens

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 Hawaiian Gardens, 59.7% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, 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 Hawaiian Gardens, the cost of living is 25.04% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

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 Hawaiian Gardens is $428,300, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Hawaiian Gardens crime map



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

      • Hawaiian Gardens crime rates are 28% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Hawaiian Gardens are 58% higher than the national average
      • In Hawaiian Gardens you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Hawaiian Gardens is safer than 14% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Hawaiian Gardens has increased by 69%

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        Daily Crime In Hawaiian Gardens (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Hawaiian Gardens for every 100,000 residents. The Hawaiian Gardens total amount of daily crime is 1.05 times more than the California average and 1.28 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Hawaiian Gardens, is 1.17 times more than the California average, and it is 1.58 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Hawaiian Gardens has a daily crime average that is 1.02 times more than the California average and 1.23 times more than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Hawaiian Gardens (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in California and all other cities across the US, is Hawaiian Gardens safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Hawaiian Gardens is safer than 21% of other cities in the state of California. In addition, Hawaiian Gardens is safer than 14% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all California and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Hawaiian Gardens. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Hawaiian Gardens is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hawaiian Gardens

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hawaiian Gardens is 1 in 172
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hawaiian Gardens is 1 in 42
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Hawaiian Gardens is 1 in 34
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Hawaiian Gardens? In Hawaiian Gardens, you have a 1 in 172 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 42. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Hawaiian Gardens, CA is 1 in 34.

        Year Over Year Crime In Hawaiian Gardens (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Hawaiian Gardens 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 Hawaiian Gardens has increased by 59%, while the property crime rate in Hawaiian Gardens has increased by 72% year over year. The number of total crimes in Hawaiian Gardens has increased by 69% year over year.

        Hawaiian Gardens police department

        Item Hawaiian Gardens California National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)n/a51,506558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a3.63.3

        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
        Rose Hills, CA2,619113527640
        Yorba Linda, CA68,103539961,050
        Rossmoor, CA11,9231908931,083
        La Habra Heights, CA5,318551,0491,104
        Bell Gardens, CA41,7703871,1031,490
        La Puente, CA39,7803171,1821,499
        Walnut, CA29,7641281,5961,725
        Hawaiian Gardens, CA14,2125852,3982,983

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        Source: The Hawaiian Gardens, 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.