Lake Wales, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Wales Police Department serves the city of Lake Wales, FL in Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,184 violent crimes and 1,441 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 1576.0 per 100k residents, which is 1383.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 2358.1 per 100k, 1341.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate1576.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,184 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate29.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate319.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents218 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate2358.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,441 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate272.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1961.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,108 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate124.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 1576.0 | F | 1184 | 106.2 | +1383.9% |
| Property Crime | 2358.1 | F | 1441 | 163.6 | +1341.3% |
| Homicide | 41.5 | F | 7 | 0.5 | +7682.9% |
| Rape | 11.8 | F | 14 | 3.5 | +235.1% |
| Robbery | 29.6 | F | 28 | 5.8 | +409.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 319.9 | F | 218 | 22.3 | +1337.5% |
| Burglary | 272.5 | F | 229 | 24.0 | +1034.2% |
| Larceny | 1961.1 | F | 1108 | 116.4 | +1585.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 124.4 | F | 103 | 22.2 | +461.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburndale | 7 miles | F 1308.0 | F 2046.2 | Violent: 17.0% lower Property: 13.2% lower |
| Davenport | 7 miles | F 420.3 | F 457.9 | Violent: 73.3% lower Property: 80.6% lower |
| Haines City | 7 miles | F 785.7 | F 848.0 | Violent: 50.1% lower Property: 64.0% lower |
| Lake Hamilton | 7 miles | F 1029.7 | F 1514.2 | Violent: 34.7% lower Property: 35.8% lower |
| Winter Haven | 7 miles | F 1589.3 | F 1690.4 | Violent: 0.8% higher Property: 28.3% lower |