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Property Crime Trends in Huntington Park: Divergent Patterns Amid Population Decline
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Crime
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Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Huntington Park, a densely populated city in California, has experienced significant fluctuations in property crime rates over the past decade. From 2010 to 2022, the total number of property crimes decreased by 5%, from 2,095 to 1,991. During this same period, the city's population declined by 7%, from 58,640 to 54,544 residents.
Burglary trends in the city have shown a notable increase over time. In 2010, there were 234 burglaries, which rose to 374 in 2022, representing a 60% increase. When adjusted for population, the burglary rate increased from 3.99 per 1,000 people in 2010 to 6.86 per 1,000 people in 2022. The city's share of state burglaries also grew significantly, from 0.13% in 2010 to 0.32% in 2022. This upward trend suggests a growing concern for property security within the community.
Larceny theft, on the other hand, has shown a decreasing trend. In 2010, there were 1,217 incidents, which decreased to 866 in 2022, a 29% reduction. The rate per 1,000 people dropped from 20.75 in 2010 to 15.88 in 2022. Despite this decrease, the city's share of state larceny thefts decreased only slightly, from 0.24% to 0.17%, indicating that the reduction in larceny theft may be part of a broader statewide trend.
Motor vehicle theft has exhibited an increasing trend. In 2010, there were 644 incidents, which rose to 751 in 2022, a 17% increase. The rate per 1,000 people increased from 10.98 in 2010 to 13.77 in 2022. The city's share of state motor vehicle thefts remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 0.42% and 0.62% over the years, settling at 0.49% in 2022. This suggests that motor vehicle theft remains a persistent issue in the city.
Arson cases have shown significant volatility. In 2010, there were 12 reported arsons, which increased to 32 in 2020, but then dropped to no reported cases in 2022. The rate per 1,000 people fluctuated accordingly, peaking at 0.56 in 2020. The city's share of state arsons varied widely, from 0.07% to 0.32%, with no data available for 2022. This volatility makes it difficult to discern a clear trend for arson in the city.
There appears to be a correlation between property crime trends and population density. As the population density decreased from 19,499 per square mile in 2010 to 18,137 in 2022, overall property crime rates showed a slight decline. However, specific types of property crimes, such as burglary and motor vehicle theft, increased despite the population decrease, suggesting other factors at play.
Applying predictive models to forecast property crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029) suggests a potential continuation of current patterns. Burglary and motor vehicle theft rates may continue to rise, while larceny theft could further decrease. The overall property crime rate is projected to remain relatively stable, with possible minor fluctuations.
In summary, Huntington Park has experienced divergent trends in different categories of property crime over the past decade. While larceny theft has decreased, burglary and motor vehicle theft have increased, offsetting potential gains in overall property crime reduction. The city's share of state property crimes has generally increased, particularly in burglary, indicating a growing need for targeted crime prevention strategies. These trends, coupled with the declining population, suggest that property crime remains a significant challenge for Huntington Park, requiring continued attention and innovative approaches to public safety.
