Fountain, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fountain Police Department serves the city of Fountain, CO in El Paso County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,188 violent crimes and 3,150 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 56.3 per 100k residents, which is 47.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 161.8 per 100k, 1.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 AAnnual Rate56.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,188 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents132 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents391 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate161.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,150 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents413 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate123.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,289 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents425 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 56.3 | A | 1188 | 106.2 | -47.0% |
| Property Crime | 161.8 | C | 3150 | 163.6 | -1.1% |
| Rape | 10.6 | F | 132 | 3.5 | +198.3% |
| Robbery | 10.6 | F | 86 | 5.8 | +81.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.6 | B | 391 | 22.3 | -21.0% |
| Burglary | 10.6 | A | 413 | 24.0 | -56.1% |
| Larceny | 123.1 | C | 2289 | 116.4 | +5.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.6 | C | 425 | 22.2 | +11.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs | 11 miles | B 90.8 | F 277.2 | Violent: 61.2% higher Property: 71.3% higher |
| Palmer Lake | 13 miles | A 38.3 | A 38.3 | Violent: 31.9% lower Property: 76.3% lower |
| Monument | 13 miles | A 23.9 | B 127.5 | Violent: 57.5% lower Property: 21.2% lower |
| Green Mountain Falls | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Calhan | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |