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. 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 |