According to the FBI Uniform Crime Report data, Victorville has a relatively high property crime rate compared to the California average.

In particular, it is classified as an area where vehicle theft and theft of items from vehicles occur frequently. The entire San Bernardino County has a high rate of vehicle theft, and Victorville does not deviate significantly from this trend.

As a result, local residents often say, "Don't leave anything in your car" as a habit. Even a visible laptop, bag, wallet, or charger can become a target. This is not just based on statistics; it is actual advice frequently given by residents. It is not uncommon to hear stories of broken car windows in nearby shopping center or supermarket parking lots.

On the other hand, when it comes to violent crime, the situation is somewhat different. Serious crimes like murder and robbery are at lower levels compared to major cities in California such as Los Angeles, Oakland, and Stockton, which have high crime rates. Even when looking at the rate per 100,000 people, it is not an extremely high city, and it reflects a typical pattern seen in the widely spread urban structure of San Bernardino County.

Of course, there are clear regional differences. In older residential areas or neighborhoods with many vacant homes, residential burglary and break-ins occur relatively frequently, and theft reports are consistently received in residential areas near commercial facilities. Conversely, newly developed housing communities or well-maintained neighborhoods often receive relatively stable evaluations.

In summary, the crime characteristics of Victorville can be described as having a much higher proportion of property crime compared to violent crime. This point is significant because property crime risks can be significantly reduced if individuals follow basic preventive measures. When parking, it is advisable to keep valuables out of sight and, if possible, park in well-lit or crowded areas.

Installing security systems or smart doorbell cameras at home and managing mail to prevent it from piling up when away for an extended period can also be helpful. In particular, community watch programs like Neighborhood Watch are known to have a real effect on preventing theft, and areas where neighbors look out for unfamiliar people tend to have lower crime rates.

Nowadays, smart security cameras like Ring have become much more affordable, reducing the burden, and video footage often plays a crucial role in police investigations. In fact, Victorville has seen a positive trend in some areas where property crime has decreased as the community and police have collaborated to enhance patrols and expand resident participation programs in recent years.

While it cannot be said to be a completely safe city, it is clear that simply following basic preventive measures in daily life can significantly increase the sense of safety.