Report: Vancouver Canada Crime Rate Statistics

In this post, we will examine the latest statistics on the crime rates in Vancouver, Canada. From an increase in hate crimes to fluctuations in property crime instances and homicide numbers, we will dig into the numbers that paint a picture of the city’s safety and security landscape.

Statistic 1

"There was an increase in hate crimes in Vancouver from 78 in 2019 to 280 in 2020."

Statistic 2

"Vancouver reported a 5.2% decrease in Crime Severity Index from 2015 to 2020."

Statistic 3

"In 2020, there were 14,113 reported instances of property crime per 100,000 people."

Statistic 4

"As of October 2021, there were 305 instances of robbery recorded in Vancouver."

Statistic 5

"There were 1,498 instances of break-and-enter recorded in Vancouver residential properties in 2020."

Statistic 6

"Shoplifting incidents added up to 3,800 in Vancouver in 2019."

Statistic 7

"In 2020, there were 272 firearm-related incidents in Vancouver."

Statistic 8

"As of 2021, car theft incidents have increased by 7% in Vancouver."

Statistic 9

"Vancouver reported a 26.7% drop in residential burglary in 2020."

Statistic 10

"There were 14 homicides in Vancouver in 2020, an increase from 10 in 2019."

Statistic 11

"In 2020, the drug crime rate in Vancouver was down by 13.4% from the previous year."

Statistic 12

"As of October 2021, there were 12 homicides recorded in Vancouver."

Statistic 13

"Hate crimes against East Asians in Vancouver increased by 717% in 2020."

Statistic 14

"In 2020, there were 7,692 violent Criminal Code violations recorded in Vancouver."

In conclusion, the crime landscape in Vancouver presents a mixed picture with notable fluctuations in different categories. While there was a concerning surge in hate crimes and specific types of theft such as break-and-enter and shoplifting, other areas such as residential burglary and drug crimes showed improvements. The overall Crime Severity Index decreased over the past five years, indicating a positive trend in the city’s crime severity level. However, the rise in specific crimes like robbery, car theft, and homicides demands continued attention and targeted interventions to ensure the safety and security of Vancouver residents.