Blytheville, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Blytheville Police Department serves the city of Blytheville, AR in Mississippi County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,866 violent crimes and 2,935 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 266.1 per 100k residents, which is 150.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 346.8 per 100k, 112.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 FAnnual Rate266.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,866 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate56.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents509 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate346.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,935 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate64.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents358 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate282.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,491 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 266.1 | F | 2866 | 106.2 | +150.6% |
| Property Crime | 346.8 | F | 2935 | 163.6 | +112.0% |
| Rape | 8.1 | F | 32 | 3.5 | +127.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 56.5 | F | 509 | 22.3 | +153.6% |
| Burglary | 64.5 | F | 358 | 24.0 | +168.5% |
| Larceny | 282.3 | F | 2491 | 116.4 | +142.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosnell | 4 miles | B 74.2 | A 74.2 | Violent: 72.1% lower Property: 78.6% lower |
| Osceola | 14 miles | D 138.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 48.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Leachville | 14 miles | A 52.5 | C 157.7 | Violent: 80.3% lower Property: 54.5% lower |
| Luxora | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Etowah | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |