Hoover, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hoover Police Department serves the city of Hoover, AL in Jefferson, Shelby County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,941 violent crimes and 7,779 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 68.3 per 100k residents, which is 35.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 111.6 per 100k, 31.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 AAnnual Rate68.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,941 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents69 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents315 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,779 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents622 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate96.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,679 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents469 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 68.3 | A | 3941 | 106.2 | -35.7% |
| Property Crime | 111.6 | B | 7779 | 163.6 | -31.8% |
| Rape | 1.1 | A | 69 | 3.5 | -69.5% |
| Robbery | 2.2 | A | 94 | 5.8 | -62.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.3 | A | 315 | 22.3 | -80.5% |
| Burglary | 9.8 | A | 622 | 24.0 | -59.4% |
| Larceny | 96.4 | B | 6679 | 116.4 | -17.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.4 | A | 469 | 22.2 | -75.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homewood | 6 miles | B 85.4 | C 192.1 | Violent: 25.1% higher Property: 72.2% higher |
| Mountain Brook | 8 miles | A 27.7 | A 87.6 | Violent: 59.5% lower Property: 21.5% lower |
| Bessemer | 9 miles | F 457.6 | F 505.7 | Violent: 570.3% higher Property: 353.2% higher |
| Brighton | 9 miles | F 537.4 | F 358.3 | Violent: 687.3% higher Property: 221.0% higher |
| Alabaster | 10 miles | A 55.7 | C 161.2 | Violent: 18.4% lower Property: 44.4% higher |