Pocahontas, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pocahontas Police Department serves the city of Pocahontas, AR in Randolph County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 821 violent crimes and 1,082 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 157.5 per 100k residents, which is 48.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 249.3 per 100k, 52.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 DAnnual Rate157.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents821 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate39.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate249.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,082 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate26.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents162 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate210.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents840 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 157.5 | D | 821 | 106.2 | +48.3% |
| Property Crime | 249.3 | D | 1082 | 163.6 | +52.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 39.4 | F | 106 | 22.3 | +76.9% |
| Burglary | 26.3 | C | 162 | 24.0 | +9.2% |
| Larceny | 210.0 | F | 840 | 116.4 | +80.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.1 | A | 75 | 22.2 | -40.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Ridge | 13 miles | B 90.3 | B 144.4 | Violent: 42.7% lower Property: 42.1% lower |
| Ravenden | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hoxie | 17 miles | A 38.3 | A 38.3 | Violent: 75.7% lower Property: 84.6% lower |
| Black Rock | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Paragould | 25 miles | F 236.5 | F 328.5 | Violent: 50.2% higher Property: 31.7% higher |