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Is Fullerton, California Safe?

Population 138,675 · Safer than 25% of US cities

Stable· 2023 FBI UCR data

A D+ grade for Fullerton means there's room for concern. The 241.2 per-thousand crime rate and violent crime above the national average tell the story. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,499 per 100K.

Fullerton Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricFullertonCalifornia AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate437.3333.9363.8
Property Crime Rate1974.32099.21,832.3
Murder Rate5.0--5.7
Assault Rate344.0--268.2
Theft Rate1499.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate458.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD+

241.2 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeD

437/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC-

1974/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Fullerton

Violent crime in Fullerton is above the national average. The rate of 437.3 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1974.3 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,499 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Assault is notable at 344 per 100K, above the national 268.2.

Fullerton Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder5
088% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault344
01.3x national avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery103
01.6x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary242
090% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,499
01.1x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft458
01.4x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Fullerton Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Fullerton
437.3
State
333.9
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Fullerton
1974.3
State
2099.2
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fullerton Safety

Is Fullerton safe?
Not especially. Fullerton earns a D+ with a crime rate of 241.2 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs above the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Fullerton?
241.2 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 437.3 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1974.3 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Fullerton safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Fullerton's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,499 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Fullerton?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Fullerton generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Fullerton police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Fullerton?
Crime rates have held steady in Fullerton, without significant movement in either direction. The city maintains its D+ grade.
How does Fullerton compare to other cities in California?
Below average for the state. Fullerton ranks behind about 83% of California cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is Fullerton to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is above the national average. Rates have been stable.
How bad is crime in Fullerton?
Bad. A D+ grade and 241.2 per-thousand rate put Fullerton below 75% of US cities. Violent crime at 437 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Fullerton?
437.3 per 100,000, which is 20% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (344), robbery (103), and murder (5.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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