Alabaster, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Alabaster Police Department serves the city of Alabaster, AL in Shelby County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,084 violent crimes and 2,079 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 55.7 per 100k residents, which is 47.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 161.2 per 100k, 1.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate55.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,084 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate161.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,079 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate158.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,917 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 55.7 | A | 1084 | 106.2 | -47.6% |
| Property Crime | 161.2 | C | 2079 | 163.6 | -1.5% |
| Larceny | 158.3 | D | 1917 | 116.4 | +36.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2.9 | A | 82 | 22.2 | -86.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calera | 8 miles | C 113.3 | B 107.9 | Violent: 103.5% higher Property: 33.0% lower |
| Pelham | 8 miles | B 84.0 | A 88.0 | Violent: 50.7% higher Property: 45.4% lower |
| Helena | 8 miles | A 58.3 | A 35.9 | Violent: 4.8% higher Property: 77.7% lower |
| Harpersville | 8 miles | D 165.0 | C 165.0 | Violent: 196.3% higher Property: 2.4% higher |
| Hoover | 10 miles | A 68.3 | B 111.6 | Violent: 22.6% higher Property: 30.8% lower |