When deciding which neighborhood to purchase a home in, neighborhoods with low crime rates are obviously more desirable. Just as cities with superior schools have better resale, communities with lower crime rates will also positively impact future resale.

Rape 12 in 2010, 22 reported in 2009.
Burglaries increased to 478 in 2010 versus 499 in 2009.
Robberies 100 in 2010 versus 93 in 2009.
Aggravated assaults dropped from 137 in 2009 to 106 in 2010.
Larceny thefts accounted for 1,930 incidents in 2010, up from 1,829 in 2009.
Stolen vehicle reports decreased from 335 in 2009 to 271 in 2010.
Arson 7 reported incidents in 2010, 18 in 2009
Murder none were reported in 2010. 1 homicide was reported in 2009.

Burbank Crime Statistics
Glendale Crime Statistics, 2010
La Canada Crime Statistics, 2010
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