Helena-West Helena, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Helena-West Helena Police Department serves the city of Helena-West Helena, AR in Phillips County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,253 violent crimes and 2,219 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 280.2 per 100k residents, which is 163.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 245.2 per 100k, 49.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide 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 Rate280.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,253 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate81.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents698 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate245.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,219 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate128.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents678 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate81.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,306 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate35.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 280.2 | F | 2253 | 106.2 | +163.8% |
| Property Crime | 245.2 | D | 2219 | 163.6 | +49.9% |
| Homicide | 11.7 | F | 41 | 0.5 | +2092.1% |
| Rape | 11.7 | F | 64 | 3.5 | +230.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 81.7 | F | 698 | 22.3 | +267.2% |
| Burglary | 128.4 | F | 678 | 24.0 | +434.5% |
| Larceny | 81.7 | B | 1306 | 116.4 | -29.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.0 | D | 173 | 22.2 | +58.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marianna | 17 miles | F 295.7 | C 177.4 | Violent: 5.5% higher Property: 27.6% lower |
| Clarendon | 33 miles | F 343.6 | A 68.7 | Violent: 22.6% higher Property: 72.0% lower |
| Hughes | 33 miles | B 84.9 | A 84.9 | Violent: 69.7% lower Property: 65.4% lower |
| Madison | 33 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Forrest City | 33 miles | F 438.9 | F 287.3 | Violent: 56.7% higher Property: 17.2% higher |