Walnut Ridge, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Walnut Ridge Police Department serves the city of Walnut Ridge, AR in Lawrence County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 230 violent crimes and 324 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 90.3 per 100k residents, which is 15.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 144.4 per 100k, 11.7% below 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 BAnnual Rate90.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate18.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents84 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate144.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents324 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate54.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents96 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate72.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents192 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 90.3 | B | 230 | 106.2 | -15.0% |
| Property Crime | 144.4 | B | 324 | 163.6 | -11.7% |
| Rape | 18.1 | F | 14 | 3.5 | +410.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.1 | F | 84 | 22.3 | +62.2% |
| Burglary | 54.2 | F | 96 | 24.0 | +125.4% |
| Larceny | 72.2 | A | 192 | 116.4 | -37.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.1 | B | 34 | 22.2 | -18.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoxie | 8 miles | A 38.3 | A 38.3 | Violent: 57.6% lower Property: 73.5% lower |
| Black Rock | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pocahontas | 13 miles | D 157.5 | D 249.3 | Violent: 74.5% higher Property: 72.6% higher |
| Jonesboro | 21 miles | F 241.3 | F 273.6 | Violent: 167.3% higher Property: 89.5% higher |
| Ravenden | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |