Scott County, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Scott County in AR is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 592 violent crimes and 869 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 160.7 per 100k residents, which is 51.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 136.1 per 100k, 16.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 DAnnual Rate160.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents592 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate15.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate136.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents869 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate44.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents325 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents461 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 160.7 | D | 592 | 106.2 | +51.3% |
| Property Crime | 136.1 | B | 869 | 163.6 | -16.8% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 5 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 15.0 | F | 28 | 3.5 | +323.2% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 5 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.4 | B | 122 | 22.3 | -26.4% |
| Burglary | 44.9 | F | 325 | 24.0 | +86.8% |
| Larceny | 76.3 | B | 461 | 116.4 | -34.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.0 | B | 73 | 22.2 | -32.5% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Scott County Sheriff's Office
Waldron Police Department
Waldron, AR