Boca Raton, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Boca Raton Police Department serves the city of Boca Raton, FL in Palm Beach County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,425 violent crimes and 7,813 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 71.4 per 100k residents, which is 32.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 147.9 per 100k, 9.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 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 Rate71.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,425 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents202 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents396 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate147.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,813 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents664 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate134.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,732 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents406 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 71.4 | B | 3425 | 106.2 | -32.7% |
| Property Crime | 147.9 | C | 7813 | 163.6 | -9.6% |
| Rape | 2.0 | A | 135 | 3.5 | -43.2% |
| Robbery | 1.0 | A | 202 | 5.8 | -82.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.1 | A | 396 | 22.3 | -50.3% |
| Burglary | 11.1 | A | 664 | 24.0 | -53.9% |
| Larceny | 134.8 | C | 6732 | 116.4 | +15.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2.0 | A | 406 | 22.2 | -90.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Beach | 4 miles | F 202.6 | F 278.6 | Violent: 183.7% higher Property: 88.4% higher |
| Delray Beach | 8 miles | D 138.5 | F 266.6 | Violent: 93.9% higher Property: 80.3% higher |
| Coconut Creek | 9 miles | F 646.1 | F 1064.0 | Violent: 804.5% higher Property: 619.4% higher |
| Parkland | 10 miles | F 181.7 | F 564.7 | Violent: 154.4% higher Property: 281.8% higher |
| Sea Ranch Lakes | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 2398.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 1521.8% higher |