Peoria, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Peoria Police Department serves the city of Peoria, AZ in Maricopa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,455 violent crimes and 14,294 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 110.5 per 100k residents, which is 4.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 158.3 per 100k, 3.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 CAnnual Rate110.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,455 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents365 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents319 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,476 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate158.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,294 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate60.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,049 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate79.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents10,917 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,286 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 110.5 | C | 9455 | 106.2 | +4.0% |
| Property Crime | 158.3 | C | 14294 | 163.6 | -3.2% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 365 | 3.5 | +26.7% |
| Robbery | 3.5 | A | 319 | 5.8 | -40.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.4 | C | 1476 | 22.3 | +5.1% |
| Burglary | 60.2 | F | 2049 | 24.0 | +150.7% |
| Larceny | 79.7 | B | 10917 | 116.4 | -31.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.4 | B | 1286 | 22.2 | -21.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale | 0 miles | D 137.1 | D 197.5 | Violent: 24.0% higher Property: 24.8% higher |
| El Mirage | 0 miles | C 100.0 | B 111.1 | Violent: 9.5% lower Property: 29.8% lower |
| Surprise | 0 miles | A 47.7 | A 79.7 | Violent: 56.8% lower Property: 49.7% lower |
| Tempe | 0 miles | F 177.5 | F 262.0 | Violent: 60.6% higher Property: 65.5% higher |
| Buckeye | 5 miles | A 66.9 | A 55.3 | Violent: 39.4% lower Property: 65.0% lower |