Gulf Shores, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gulf Shores Police Department serves the city of Gulf Shores, AL in Baldwin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,487 violent crimes and 1,796 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 113.6 per 100k residents, which is 7.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 83.7 per 100k, 48.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 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 CAnnual Rate113.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,487 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate83.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,796 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,531 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents60 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 113.6 | C | 1487 | 106.2 | +7.0% |
| Property Crime | 83.7 | A | 1796 | 163.6 | -48.8% |
| Rape | 6.0 | F | 40 | 3.5 | +69.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.0 | A | 173 | 22.3 | -73.1% |
| Larceny | 77.7 | B | 1531 | 116.4 | -33.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.0 | A | 60 | 22.2 | -73.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Minette | 0 miles | F 191.5 | B 107.7 | Violent: 68.6% higher Property: 28.7% higher |
| Fairhope | 0 miles | B 69.5 | C 188.0 | Violent: 38.8% lower Property: 124.6% higher |
| Foley | 0 miles | B 79.3 | B 107.0 | Violent: 30.2% lower Property: 27.9% higher |
| Robertsdale | 0 miles | D 148.2 | D 229.1 | Violent: 30.5% higher Property: 173.7% higher |
| Loxley | 0 miles | F 227.1 | A 103.2 | Violent: 99.9% higher Property: 23.3% higher |