Irondale, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Irondale Police Department serves the city of Irondale, AL in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 571 violent crimes and 1,024 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 150.3 per 100k residents, which is 41.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 135.3 per 100k, 17.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 DAnnual Rate150.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents571 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents142 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate135.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,024 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate97.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents621 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate30.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 150.3 | D | 571 | 106.2 | +41.5% |
| Property Crime | 135.3 | B | 1024 | 163.6 | -17.3% |
| Robbery | 7.5 | D | 22 | 5.8 | +29.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.0 | B | 142 | 22.3 | -32.5% |
| Burglary | 7.5 | A | 180 | 24.0 | -68.7% |
| Larceny | 97.7 | B | 621 | 116.4 | -16.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.1 | D | 220 | 22.2 | +35.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Brook | 4 miles | A 27.7 | A 87.6 | Violent: 81.6% lower Property: 35.2% lower |
| Tarrant | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Homewood | 6 miles | B 85.4 | C 192.1 | Violent: 43.2% lower Property: 42.0% higher |
| Birmingham | 11 miles | F 240.2 | F 407.2 | Violent: 59.8% higher Property: 201.0% higher |
| Fairfield | 11 miles | F 284.0 | F 416.5 | Violent: 88.9% higher Property: 207.8% higher |