Wetumpka, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wetumpka Police Department serves the city of Wetumpka, AL in Elmore County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 599 violent crimes and 1,011 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 93.8 per 100k residents, which is 11.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 67.0 per 100k, 59.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 BAnnual Rate93.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents599 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate67.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,011 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate53.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents866 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents39 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 93.8 | B | 599 | 106.2 | -11.7% |
| Property Crime | 67.0 | A | 1011 | 163.6 | -59.0% |
| Larceny | 53.6 | A | 866 | 116.4 | -53.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.4 | A | 39 | 22.2 | -39.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tallassee | 0 miles | F 441.4 | F 336.4 | Violent: 370.5% higher Property: 401.9% higher |
| Eclectic | 0 miles | F 250.0 | D 250.0 | Violent: 166.5% higher Property: 273.0% higher |
| Coosada | 0 miles | B 79.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 15.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Millbrook | 0 miles | D 167.1 | F 334.2 | Violent: 78.1% higher Property: 398.6% higher |
| Prattville | 21 miles | D 160.5 | C 155.4 | Violent: 71.1% higher Property: 131.9% higher |