Lafayette, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lafayette Police Department serves the city of Lafayette, CO in Boulder County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,478 violent crimes and 3,972 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 64.8 per 100k residents, which is 38.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 265.9 per 100k, 62.5% 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 5 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 AAnnual Rate64.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,478 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents212 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate265.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,972 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents503 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate184.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,015 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate35.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents430 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 64.8 | A | 1478 | 106.2 | -38.9% |
| Property Crime | 265.9 | F | 3972 | 163.6 | +62.5% |
| Robbery | 3.2 | A | 32 | 5.8 | -44.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.7 | A | 212 | 22.3 | -56.3% |
| Burglary | 45.4 | F | 503 | 24.0 | +88.9% |
| Larceny | 184.8 | D | 3015 | 116.4 | +58.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.7 | F | 430 | 22.2 | +60.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 2 miles | A 59.2 | C 157.9 | Violent: 8.7% lower Property: 40.6% lower |
| Broomfield | 5 miles | A 45.4 | C 189.4 | Violent: 30.0% lower Property: 28.8% lower |
| Northglenn | 8 miles | A 49.8 | D 241.2 | Violent: 23.2% lower Property: 9.3% lower |
| Boulder | 9 miles | A 68.1 | D 202.4 | Violent: 5.0% higher Property: 23.9% lower |
| Westminster | 9 miles | B 91.5 | F 298.3 | Violent: 41.1% higher Property: 12.2% higher |