Auto theft in Richmond — Crime Map & Statistics

In 2026, Richmond recorded 15 auto theft incidents, representing 5.9% of the city's total 255 crimes. This category ranked 4th among 5 crime types, with theft from vehicle being the most frequent at 129 incidents.

Data current through . Source: official Richmond police open-data portal.

15
Auto theft incidents
5.9%
Share of Richmond incidents
4 of 5
Category rank
2026-04-09 to 2026-06-08
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Auto theft in Richmond

This page covers reported auto theft incidents in Richmond, British Columbia. During the period from April 9, 2026, to June 8, 2026, there were 15 reported auto theft incidents in the city.

Auto theft accounted for 5.9% of all reported incidents in Richmond during this period. This category is one of five tracked in the city's crime data, providing a snapshot of property-related offences.

How Auto theft compares

Auto theft is the fourth most common category of reported incidents in Richmond, behind theft from vehicle (129 incidents), break and enter (88 incidents), and bike theft (17 incidents). It is more frequent than theft, which had 6 reported incidents. While auto theft represents a smaller portion of overall crime, it remains a notable concern within the city's property crime landscape.

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What these numbers mean

Auto theft in Richmond accounts for a small but notable portion of the city's reported incidents, ranking fourth among the five tracked categories. The 15 incidents reported between April and June 2026 highlight its presence, though it is less frequent than theft from vehicle or break and enter. Without year-over-year data, it is unclear whether this figure represents a shift or stability. The short reporting window also limits broader trend analysis, but the numbers provide a baseline for understanding property crime patterns in the city.

About this dataset

Frequently asked questions about Auto theft in Richmond

How many auto theft incidents were reported in Richmond?

There were 15 reported auto theft incidents in Richmond between April 9, 2026, and June 8, 2026.

What percentage of Richmond's reported incidents are auto thefts?

Auto theft accounted for 5.9% of all reported incidents in Richmond during this period.

How does auto theft compare to other crime categories in Richmond?

Auto theft is the fourth most common category, behind theft from vehicle (129 incidents), break and enter (88 incidents), and bike theft (17 incidents).

Is there year-over-year data available for auto theft in Richmond?

No, the current dataset only includes incidents from April to June 2026, so year-over-year comparisons are not available.

Other crime categories in Richmond

Sources

Data sourced from the BC open data portal, covering reported incidents in Richmond.

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