Centennial, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Centennial Police Department serves the city of Centennial, CO in Arapahoe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,469 violent crimes and 10,758 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 78.3 per 100k residents, which is 26.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 177.6 per 100k, 8.6% 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 63 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 BAnnual Rate78.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,469 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents795 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,758 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,561 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate122.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,276 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate27.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,849 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 78.3 | B | 3469 | 106.2 | -26.3% |
| Property Crime | 177.6 | C | 10758 | 163.6 | +8.6% |
| Robbery | 3.8 | B | 128 | 5.8 | -34.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.2 | B | 795 | 22.3 | -27.1% |
| Burglary | 25.8 | C | 1561 | 24.0 | +7.3% |
| Larceny | 122.2 | C | 7276 | 116.4 | +5.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 27.7 | D | 1849 | 22.2 | +24.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 63 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 3 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| Anti-Atheism/Agnosticism | 5 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 13 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 24 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Englewood | 0 miles | D 148.6 | F 478.4 | Violent: 89.8% higher Property: 169.4% higher |
| Greenwood Village | 0 miles | F 223.3 | F 689.7 | Violent: 185.2% higher Property: 288.3% higher |
| Brighton | 16 miles | C 117.1 | C 178.0 | Violent: 49.6% higher Property: 0.2% higher |
| Commerce City | 16 miles | C 119.4 | D 247.6 | Violent: 52.5% higher Property: 39.4% higher |
| Elizabeth | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 75.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 57.3% lower |