Escondido, CA Crime


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Escondido, California has a relatively high rate of violent crime, with a reported rate of 21.5 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7, but still a cause for concern in the community. With a diverse population and a vibrant downtown area, Escondido may seem like a safe and welcoming place to live. However, this high rate of violent crime serves as a reminder that even in seemingly idyllic cities, crime can still be a prevalent issue. On top of this, property crime in Escondido is also a concern, with a reported rate of 32.7 incidents per 1,000 residents, just slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. As residents of Escondido, it's important to be aware of these statistics and take necessary precautions to ensure the safety of ourselves and our community.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Escondido violent crime is 21.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Escondido property crime is 32.7. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Escondido, CA Crime History
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Escondido wins because of the weather, but has a lot of drawbacks. The schools are HORRIBLE. Like really bad. I've moved around a lot and the schools are the worst  More

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Weather is perfect year round. There are tons of things to do with the lakes, parks, the world famous San Diego Zoo's Safari Park, performing arts center, numerous  More

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Over 9 years ago

Good cost of  More

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