Brighton, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Brighton Police Department serves the city of Brighton, CO in Adams, Weld County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,083 violent crimes and 6,165 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 117.1 per 100k residents, which is 10.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 178.0 per 100k, 8.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate117.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,083 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents190 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents50 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate44.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents634 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate178.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,165 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents535 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate131.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,345 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,239 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 117.1 | C | 2083 | 106.2 | +10.3% |
| Property Crime | 178.0 | C | 6165 | 163.6 | +8.8% |
| Rape | 7.0 | F | 190 | 3.5 | +98.8% |
| Robbery | 2.3 | A | 50 | 5.8 | -59.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 44.5 | F | 634 | 22.3 | +99.9% |
| Burglary | 18.7 | B | 535 | 24.0 | -22.0% |
| Larceny | 131.2 | C | 4345 | 116.4 | +12.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.8 | C | 1239 | 22.2 | +16.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commerce City | 0 miles | C 119.4 | D 247.6 | Violent: 1.9% higher Property: 39.1% higher |
| Englewood | 16 miles | D 148.6 | F 478.4 | Violent: 26.9% higher Property: 168.8% higher |
| Greenwood Village | 16 miles | F 223.3 | F 689.7 | Violent: 90.7% higher Property: 287.5% higher |
| Centennial | 16 miles | B 78.3 | C 177.6 | Violent: 33.1% lower Property: 0.2% lower |
| Lochbuie | 22 miles | A 12.4 | A 37.1 | Violent: 89.4% lower Property: 79.2% lower |