2024 reported data
A direct, source-backed look at reported selected property offenses for Santa Cruz using FBI NIBRS and Census population context.
Visible next step
Blink Video Doorbell + Sync Module: check visitors, package drops, and the front-door approach in one step. Use it when front-door visibility, package drops, driveway approaches, or vehicle-adjacent areas matter more than another simple alarm.
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Short answer
That rate is #50 by highest rate among 294 validated CA city candidates on this site. The largest selected category here is Larceny/theft. Reported selected property-offense rates increased by 711.7% from 2023 to 2024.
Trend
Reported selected property-offense rates increased by 711.7% from 2023 to 2024.
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Practical security context
Vehicle theft and larceny patterns often make exterior coverage, driveway visibility, and package-area monitoring worth evaluating.
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This page cannot tell you whether Santa Cruz is personally safe for you. It shows 2024 reported selected property-offense data: 25.65 offenses per 1,000 residents, with FBI NIBRS and Census source notes.
The largest selected category in this page is Larceny/theft, based on the visible burglary, larceny/theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson breakdown.
Among 294 validated CA city candidates, Santa Cruz ranks #50 by highest selected property-offense rate. The median candidate rate on this state hub is 15.51 per 1,000 residents.
Start with the local pattern, your home layout, entry points, lighting, package areas, and whether a package-area camera checklist fits better than a full monitored system.