Bessemer, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bessemer Police Department serves the city of Bessemer, AL in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,299 violent crimes and 6,346 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 457.6 per 100k residents, which is 330.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 505.7 per 100k, 209.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 Rate457.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,299 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents262 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate232.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,640 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate505.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,346 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate60.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents907 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate381.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,570 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate64.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents849 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 457.6 | F | 4299 | 106.2 | +330.8% |
| Property Crime | 505.7 | F | 6346 | 163.6 | +209.1% |
| Homicide | 4.0 | F | 44 | 0.5 | +652.6% |
| Rape | 4.0 | C | 53 | 3.5 | +13.4% |
| Robbery | 12.0 | F | 262 | 5.8 | +106.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 232.8 | F | 1640 | 22.3 | +945.9% |
| Burglary | 60.2 | F | 907 | 24.0 | +150.5% |
| Larceny | 381.3 | F | 4570 | 116.4 | +227.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 64.2 | F | 849 | 22.2 | +189.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 2 miles | F 537.4 | F 358.3 | Violent: 17.4% higher Property: 29.2% lower |
| Pleasant Grove | 7 miles | C 106.4 | A 85.1 | Violent: 76.8% lower Property: 83.2% lower |
| Hoover | 9 miles | A 68.3 | B 111.6 | Violent: 85.1% lower Property: 77.9% lower |
| Homewood | 11 miles | B 85.4 | C 192.1 | Violent: 81.3% lower Property: 62.0% lower |
| Birmingham | 11 miles | F 240.2 | F 407.2 | Violent: 47.5% lower Property: 19.5% lower |