Huntsville, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Huntsville Police Department serves the city of Huntsville, AL in Limestone, Madison County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 15,880 violent crimes and 16,795 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 170.8 per 100k residents, which is 60.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 210.4 per 100k, 28.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 70 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 FRape
Grade CRobbery
Grade CAggravated Assault
Grade DProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DBurglary
Grade DLarceny
Grade DMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade BCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 170.8 | F | 15880 | 106.2 | +60.9% |
| Property Crime | 210.4 | D | 16795 | 163.6 | +28.6% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 363 | 3.5 | +0.7% |
| Robbery | 5.3 | C | 477 | 5.8 | -8.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.5 | D | 2691 | 22.3 | +27.9% |
| Burglary | 37.4 | D | 2460 | 24.0 | +55.5% |
| Larceny | 157.0 | D | 12248 | 116.4 | +34.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.7 | B | 2058 | 22.2 | -33.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 70 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 9 |
| Anti-White | 11 |
| Anti-Female | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 7 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 14 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 16 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurley | 0 miles | F 479.0 | B 119.8 | Violent: 180.4% higher Property: 43.1% lower |
| New Hope | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Owens Crossroads | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 75.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 64.3% lower |
| Madison | 12 miles | A 31.1 | A 14.7 | Violent: 81.8% lower Property: 93.0% lower |
| Triana | 16 miles | A 43.9 | A 87.9 | Violent: 74.3% lower Property: 58.2% lower |