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Is Redondo Beach, California Safe?

Population 67,281 · Safer than 23% of US cities

Improving· 2023 FBI UCR data

A D+ grade for Redondo Beach means there's room for concern. The 246.3 per-thousand crime rate and violent crime close to the national average tell the story. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,787 per 100K.

Redondo Beach Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricRedondo BeachCalifornia AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate327.1333.9363.8
Property Crime Rate2135.82099.21,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate259.0--268.2
Theft Rate1787.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate321.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyD+

246.3 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC

327/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2136/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Redondo Beach

Violent crime in Redondo Beach is close to the national average. The rate of 327.1 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2135.8 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,787 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Redondo Beach Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault259
097% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery55
087% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary350
01.3x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,787
01.3x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft321
01.0x national avgAvg: 318.3

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

How Redondo Beach Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Redondo Beach
327.1
State
333.9
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Redondo Beach
2135.8
State
2099.2
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Redondo Beach Safety

Is Redondo Beach safe?
Not especially. Redondo Beach earns a D+ with a crime rate of 246.3 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Redondo Beach?
246.3 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 327.1 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2135.8 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Redondo Beach safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Redondo Beach's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,787 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Redondo Beach?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Redondo Beach generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Redondo Beach police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Redondo Beach?
No. Crime in Redondo Beach has been trending down, which is good news for the D+-rated city.
How does Redondo Beach compare to other cities in California?
Below average for the state. Redondo Beach ranks behind about 73% of California cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is Redondo Beach to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average, which is encouraging. Crime has been dropping, which helps.
How bad is crime in Redondo Beach?
Bad. A D+ grade and 246.3 per-thousand rate put Redondo Beach below 77% of US cities. Violent crime at 327 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Redondo Beach?
327.1 per 100,000, which is 10% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (259), robbery (55), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

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