Calera, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Calera Police Department serves the city of Calera, AL in Chilton, Shelby County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 555 violent crimes and 692 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 113.3 per 100k residents, which is 6.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 107.9 per 100k, 34.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 CAnnual Rate113.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents555 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate107.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents692 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents133 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate81.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents498 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 113.3 | C | 555 | 106.2 | +6.7% |
| Property Crime | 107.9 | B | 692 | 163.6 | -34.0% |
| Rape | 10.8 | F | 17 | 3.5 | +205.1% |
| Robbery | 5.4 | C | 9 | 5.8 | -7.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.4 | A | 222 | 22.3 | -75.7% |
| Burglary | 16.2 | B | 133 | 24.0 | -32.6% |
| Larceny | 81.0 | B | 498 | 116.4 | -30.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.8 | A | 59 | 22.2 | -51.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelham | 0 miles | B 84.0 | A 88.0 | Violent: 25.9% lower Property: 18.5% lower |
| Helena | 0 miles | A 58.3 | A 35.9 | Violent: 48.5% lower Property: 66.7% lower |
| Harpersville | 0 miles | D 165.0 | C 165.0 | Violent: 45.6% higher Property: 52.9% higher |
| Columbiana | 7 miles | B 82.8 | B 144.8 | Violent: 27.0% lower Property: 34.2% higher |
| Alabaster | 8 miles | A 55.7 | C 161.2 | Violent: 50.9% lower Property: 49.4% higher |