Overview: This report examines recent trends in both person and property crimes across North Hollywood, which includes the Laurelwood neighborhood. While there is currently no specific data for Laurelwood alone, this overview provides insights into crime patterns that could impact local residents.
Key Insights on Person Crimes
Rape: A 12.5% decrease was recorded in reported cases (from 8 to 7), though previous months saw a 100% increase, indicating fluctuating reporting patterns.
Homicide: Incidents rose from 1 to 2, marking a 100% increase, though the overall numbers remain low.
Aggravated Assault: The number dropped significantly by 27% (from 63 to 46), showing a promising reduction in serious assaults. However, year-to-date totals reflect a mixed trend.
Robbery: Robberies increased by 14.3% recently, despite a previous 19.2% decline, showing volatility in robbery rates.
Overall Person Crimes: Total person crimes saw a slight 1.8% decrease over recent months. The year-to-date numbers show stable levels from 2023 to 2024, with only minor variances.
Property Crime Trends
Motor Vehicle Theft: Increased by 11.1%, while prior data showed a 20.9% decrease. Year-to-date totals, however, indicate an upward trend compared to prior years.
Burglary/Breaking & Entering: Recently rose by 17%, contrasting a prior 15.9% decrease. The year-to-date data suggest burglary remains a steady presence across the area.
Larceny-Theft Offenses: Dropped by 22.4% in the latest period, but prior months saw a 9.1% increase, reflecting fluctuations in larceny cases.
Theft from Motor Vehicle (TFMV): Increased significantly by 29.3% in the latest month, though a similar decrease was noted previously, highlighting monthly variability.
Overall Property Crimes: Total person and property crimes experienced a 1.8% decrease this past period, with an 8.8% decrease in the previous period. Year-to-date figures align closely with 2023, with slight improvements over 2022, hinting at a marginally positive trend.
Summary and Recommendations for North Hollywood and Laurelwood Homeowners
Heightened Awareness: With theft-related crimes, particularly motor vehicle theft and burglary, showing inconsistent patterns, reinforcing basic security measures at home and for vehicles is essential.
Neighborhood Involvement: Given the limitations of specific data for Laurelwood, community involvement remains key. Residents are encouraged to engage in neighborhood watch efforts and communicate with local authorities to enhance safety.
Home Security Tips: Homeowners should consider installing security cameras, ensuring doors and windows are securely locked, and implementing additional vehicle security measures.
