Bartow, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bartow Police Department serves the city of Bartow, FL in Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,747 violent crimes and 1,847 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 2311.9 per 100k residents, which is 2076.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 2247.1 per 100k, 1273.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FAnnual Rate2311.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,747 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate54.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate303.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate2247.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,847 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate274.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents265 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1873.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,466 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate99.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents109 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 2311.9 | F | 1747 | 106.2 | +2076.7% |
| Property Crime | 2247.1 | F | 1847 | 163.6 | +1273.5% |
| Rape | 24.9 | F | 23 | 3.5 | +604.4% |
| Robbery | 54.8 | F | 35 | 5.8 | +842.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 303.9 | F | 222 | 22.3 | +1265.6% |
| Burglary | 274.0 | F | 265 | 24.0 | +1040.5% |
| Larceny | 1873.4 | F | 1466 | 116.4 | +1509.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 99.7 | F | 109 | 22.2 | +349.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburndale | 10 miles | F 1308.0 | F 2046.2 | Violent: 43.4% lower Property: 8.9% lower |
| Davenport | 10 miles | F 420.3 | F 457.9 | Violent: 81.8% lower Property: 79.6% lower |
| Haines City | 10 miles | F 785.7 | F 848.0 | Violent: 66.0% lower Property: 62.3% lower |
| Lake Hamilton | 10 miles | F 1029.7 | F 1514.2 | Violent: 55.5% lower Property: 32.6% lower |
| Winter Haven | 10 miles | F 1589.3 | F 1690.4 | Violent: 31.3% lower Property: 24.8% lower |