Santa Rosa County, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Santa Rosa County in FL is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 465 violent crimes and 889 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 436.3 per 100k residents, which is +310.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 738.4 per 100k, +351.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 FAnnual Rate436.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents465 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate66.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate33.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate738.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents889 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate165.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents241 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate530.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents571 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate42.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 436.3 | F | 465 | 106.2 | +310.7% |
| Property Crime | 738.4 | F | 889 | 163.6 | +351.3% |
| Homicide | 3.1 | F | 3 | 0.5 | +473.7% |
| Rape | 66.9 | F | 17 | 3.5 | +1791.0% |
| Robbery | 3.1 | A | 11 | 5.8 | -47.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 33.6 | D | 52 | 22.3 | +51.0% |
| Burglary | 165.0 | F | 241 | 24.0 | +586.7% |
| Larceny | 530.6 | F | 571 | 116.4 | +356.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 42.8 | F | 75 | 22.2 | +92.9% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Milton Police Department
Milton, FL
Gulf Breeze Police Department
Gulf Breeze, FL
Jay Police Department
Jay, FL