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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Perris, located in California, has experienced significant changes in violent crime trends alongside substantial population growth over the past decade. From 2010 to 2022, the total number of violent crimes increased from 160 to 244, representing a 52.5% increase. During the same period, the population grew from 68,816 to 80,258, a 16.6% increase.
The murder rate in the city has fluctuated over the years, with notable changes in both frequency and proportion of state crime. In 2010, there were 2 murders, representing 0.14% of the state's total. By 2022, this number had increased to 5 murders, accounting for 0.29% of California's murders. The murder rate per 1,000 people rose from 0.029 in 2010 to 0.062 in 2022, indicating a significant increase in relation to population growth. The peak was observed in 2020 with 7 murders, constituting 0.4% of the state's total.
Rape incidents have shown variability, with limited data available for some years. In 2010, there were 10 reported rapes (0.15% of state total), which decreased to 6 in 2022 (0.05% of state total). The rape rate per 1,000 people declined from 0.145 in 2010 to 0.075 in 2022, suggesting a relative improvement in this area despite population growth.
Robbery trends have shown a general decline over the years. In 2010, there were 89 robberies (0.17% of state total), which decreased to 73 in 2022 (0.17% of state total). The robbery rate per 1,000 people dropped from 1.293 in 2010 to 0.909 in 2022, indicating a significant improvement relative to population growth.
Aggravated assault cases have increased substantially. In 2010, there were 59 cases (0.08% of state total), which rose to 160 in 2022 (0.16% of state total). The rate per 1,000 people increased from 0.857 in 2010 to 1.993 in 2022, signifying a concerning trend that outpaces population growth.
A strong correlation is observed between the increase in violent crimes and population density. As the population density rose from 2,180 per square mile in 2010 to 2,542 in 2022, violent crimes also increased. Additionally, there appears to be a correlation between rising median rent (from $1,278 in 2013 to $1,760 in 2022) and the overall increase in violent crimes, particularly aggravated assaults.
Applying predictive models to forecast violent crime trends, it is estimated that by 2029, the city may see approximately 290 violent crimes annually if current trends continue. This projection assumes a continued increase in population density and median rent, which have shown strong correlations with crime rates.
In summary, Perris has experienced a complex evolution of violent crime patterns amidst rapid population growth. While robberies have decreased relative to population, aggravated assaults have risen sharply. The increasing murder rate and the overall upward trend in violent crimes, particularly in relation to population density and rising housing costs, present significant challenges for the community. These trends underscore the need for targeted interventions and community-based strategies to address the root causes of violent crime in this growing California city.