Delray Beach, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Delray Beach Police Department serves the city of Delray Beach, FL in Palm Beach County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,919 violent crimes and 5,882 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 138.5 per 100k residents, which is 30.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 266.6 per 100k, 63.0% 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 Rate138.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,919 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents174 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents686 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate266.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,882 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents617 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate208.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,697 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate31.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents556 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 138.5 | D | 2919 | 106.2 | +30.4% |
| Property Crime | 266.6 | F | 5882 | 163.6 | +63.0% |
| Rape | 3.0 | B | 88 | 3.5 | -15.7% |
| Robbery | 6.0 | C | 174 | 5.8 | +2.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.8 | D | 686 | 22.3 | +47.2% |
| Burglary | 26.8 | C | 617 | 24.0 | +11.6% |
| Larceny | 208.5 | F | 4697 | 116.4 | +79.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 31.3 | D | 556 | 22.2 | +41.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Stream | 3 miles | F 315.8 | F 1368.4 | Violent: 128.0% higher Property: 413.3% higher |
| Highland Beach | 4 miles | F 202.6 | F 278.6 | Violent: 46.3% higher Property: 4.5% higher |
| Boynton Beach | 5 miles | D 151.9 | D 208.7 | Violent: 9.7% higher Property: 21.7% lower |
| Ocean Ridge | 5 miles | F 327.5 | F 1473.8 | Violent: 136.5% higher Property: 452.8% higher |
| Manalapan | 6 miles | F 481.9 | F 2168.7 | Violent: 247.9% higher Property: 713.5% higher |