Boynton Beach, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Boynton Beach Police Department serves the city of Boynton Beach, FL in Palm Beach County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,426 violent crimes and 6,452 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 151.9 per 100k residents, which is 43.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 208.7 per 100k, 27.6% above 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 DAnnual Rate151.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,426 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents286 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,084 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate208.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,452 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents550 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate170.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,333 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate27.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents560 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 151.9 | D | 4426 | 106.2 | +43.0% |
| Property Crime | 208.7 | D | 6452 | 163.6 | +27.6% |
| Rape | 2.5 | B | 73 | 3.5 | -30.2% |
| Robbery | 9.9 | F | 286 | 5.8 | +69.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.4 | D | 1084 | 22.3 | +27.6% |
| Burglary | 11.1 | A | 550 | 24.0 | -53.7% |
| Larceny | 170.4 | D | 5333 | 116.4 | +46.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 27.2 | D | 560 | 22.2 | +22.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Ridge | 1 miles | F 327.5 | F 1473.8 | Violent: 115.6% higher Property: 606.1% higher |
| Manalapan | 2 miles | F 481.9 | F 2168.7 | Violent: 217.2% higher Property: 939.0% higher |
| Gulf Stream | 2 miles | F 315.8 | F 1368.4 | Violent: 107.9% higher Property: 555.6% higher |
| Lantana | 3 miles | F 2136.4 | F 3337.2 | Violent: 1306.3% higher Property: 1498.8% higher |
| South Palm Beach | 5 miles | F 206.9 | F 827.6 | Violent: 36.2% higher Property: 296.5% higher |