Anniston, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Anniston Police Department serves the city of Anniston, AL in Calhoun County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,566 violent crimes and 4,689 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 314.0 per 100k residents, which is 195.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 309.3 per 100k, 89.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate314.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,566 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents118 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate85.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents794 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate309.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,689 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate66.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,139 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate209.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,967 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate33.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents572 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 314.0 | F | 4566 | 106.2 | +195.7% |
| Property Crime | 309.3 | F | 4689 | 163.6 | +89.0% |
| Robbery | 4.8 | B | 118 | 5.8 | -18.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 85.6 | F | 794 | 22.3 | +284.8% |
| Burglary | 66.6 | F | 1139 | 24.0 | +177.2% |
| Larceny | 209.3 | F | 2967 | 116.4 | +79.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 33.3 | D | 572 | 22.2 | +50.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont | 0 miles | F 406.7 | D 235.4 | Violent: 29.5% higher Property: 23.9% lower |
| Weaver | 0 miles | B 90.9 | B 121.2 | Violent: 71.1% lower Property: 60.8% lower |
| Oxford | 0 miles | C 122.9 | D 259.5 | Violent: 60.8% lower Property: 16.1% lower |
| Ohatchee | 0 miles | F 252.7 | F 421.2 | Violent: 19.5% lower Property: 36.2% higher |
| Jacksonville | 5 miles | D 158.6 | C 165.5 | Violent: 49.5% lower Property: 46.5% lower |