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Recent data from multiple crime‑tracking sources shows a measurable decline in certain categories compared to previous years, yet the overall crime rate in Lancaster remains significantly above state and national averages. This tension — between official statistics and lived experience — is shaping a growing disconnect in the Antelope Valley. Lancaster City Hall What the Data Shows: Crime Down from Previous Peaks, but Still High Overall While Lancaster’s year‑over‑year number

In 2025, the Department made substantial progress in public safety, accountability, operational improvements, employee wellness, and technology modernization, all while managing unprecedented operational demands such as the wildfire natural disaster and major public demonstrations. These achievements reflect the collective leadership, direction, and management of the Department’s Executive Staff, but most importantly the professionalism, resilience, and dedication of the men