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City of Angels Crime Data Analytics
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This dataset provides a detailed record of all reported crime incidents in the city of Los Angeles from 2020 up to the present day in 2023. It offers insights into the time a crime was reported, the specific type of crime committed, and its exact geographical coordinates (longitude and latitude). The data allows for the examination of crime patterns and trends within the metropolitan area.
Columns
- DR_NO: A unique numerical identifier for each crime report.
- Date Rptd: The date when the crime was reported to the authorities.
- DATE OCC: The actual date the crime occurred.
- TIME OCC: The time the crime occurred, recorded numerically.
- AREA: A numerical code representing the police reporting area.
- AREA NAME: The categorical name of the police reporting area (e.g., Central, 77th Street).
- Rpt Dist No: The reporting district number.
- Part 1-2: A classification code, likely indicating the crime's severity or type (e.g., Part 1 or Part 2 crime).
- Crm Cd: A numerical code for the specific crime.
- Crm Cd Desc: A textual description of the crime code (e.g., VEHICLE - STOLEN, BATTERY - SIMPLE ASSAULT).
- Mocodes: Modus Operandi codes, indicating specific methods used in committing crimes. This column has some missing data.
- Vict Age: The age of the victim.
- Vict Sex: The gender of the victim (e.g., M for Male, F for Female). This column has some missing data.
- Vict Descent: The descent or ethnicity of the victim (e.g., H for Hispanic, W for White). This column has some missing data.
- Premis Cd: A numerical code for the premise where the crime occurred.
- Premis Desc: A textual description of the premise where the crime occurred (e.g., STREET, SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING). This column has some missing data.
- Weapon Used Cd: A numerical code for the type of weapon used. This column has a significant amount of missing data.
- Weapon Desc: A textual description of the weapon used (e.g., STRONG-ARM (HANDS, FIST, FEET OR BODILY FORCE)). This column has a significant amount of missing data.
- Status: A code indicating the current status of the crime report.
- Status Desc: A textual description of the crime report status (e.g., Invest Cont for Investigation Continued, Adult Other).
- Crm Cd 1: The primary crime code associated with the incident.
- Crm Cd 2: A secondary crime code, if applicable. This column has a substantial amount of missing data.
- Crm Cd 3: A tertiary crime code, if applicable. This column has a significant amount of missing data.
- Crm Cd 4: A quaternary crime code, if applicable. This column has a significant amount of missing data.
- LOCATION: The street address where the crime occurred.
- Cross Street: Information about the nearest cross street. This column has a substantial amount of missing data.
- LAT: The latitude coordinate of the crime location.
- LON: The longitude coordinate of the crime location.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in a CSV format and is named
Crime_Data_from_2020_to_Present.csv. It has a file size of 192.39 MB and consists of 28 columns. The dataset contains approximately 753,000 records, detailing individual crime incidents.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Identifying crime hotspots and areas with elevated risk within Los Angeles.
- Analysing temporal trends in crime, such as daily, monthly, or yearly fluctuations.
- Understanding common crime types and methods employed.
- Supporting academic research on urban crime and public safety.
- Developing predictive models for crime prevention.
Coverage
The dataset covers the geographic area of the city of Los Angeles. The time range for the recorded crime data is from January 2020 to July 2023. Demographic details of victims, including age, gender, and descent, are included. It should be noted that certain columns, such as 'Mocodes', 'Vict Sex', 'Vict Descent', 'Weapon Used Cd', 'Weapon Desc', 'Crm Cd 2', 'Crm Cd 3', 'Crm Cd 4', and 'Cross Street', contain missing data for a portion of the records.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is suitable for:
- Public Safety Agencies: For strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Urban Planners: To understand the impact of crime on urban development and public spaces.
- Data Scientists and Analysts: For statistical modelling, data visualisation, and pattern recognition.
- Academic Researchers: For studies on criminology, sociology, and urban geography.
- Journalists and Community Organisations: For public reporting and advocacy related to local crime issues.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Los Angeles Crime Records (2020-Present)
- LA Public Safety Incidents: 2020-2023
- City of Angels Crime Data Analytics
- Los Angeles Crime Log: Recent Years
Attributes
Original Data Source: City of Angels Crime Data Analytics
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