La Mesa, CA Crime


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The city of La Mesa, CA has been experiencing a significant amount of crime in recent years. According to background information, the violent crime rate in La Mesa is currently at 21.1, which is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in La Mesa is higher than the national average at 40.2, compared to 35.4. This means that residents of La Mesa are at a higher risk of falling victim to property crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. Despite efforts by local law enforcement to combat crime, the city continues to struggle with these issues. As a resident of La Mesa, it is important to stay vigilant and take precautions to protect oneself and one's property.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

La Mesa violent crime is 21.1. (The US average is 22.7)
La Mesa property crime is 40.2. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
La Mesa, CA Crime History
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The same San Diego prices and high taxes, but not the nice weather. 15 degrees hotter than the coast. Save the money and move to AZ if you like the climate in La Mesa.  More

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I now live in Wyoming but I was a third generation San Diegan, my maternal grandmother having been born on Coronado Island in 1894. If you are a new arrival to the  More

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I Need Correct Information I lived there Over 20 Years  More

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