Lake Worth, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Worth Police Department serves the city of Lake Worth, FL in Palm Beach County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,668 violent crimes and 4,528 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 2271.7 per 100k residents, which is 2038.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 2859.4 per 100k, 1647.7% 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 FAnnual Rate2271.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,668 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate106.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents143 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate313.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents502 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate501.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents812 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate2859.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,528 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate414.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents617 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate2061.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,371 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate375.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents526 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 2271.7 | F | 3668 | 106.2 | +2038.9% |
| Property Crime | 2859.4 | F | 4528 | 163.6 | +1647.7% |
| Homicide | 12.3 | F | 16 | 0.5 | +2217.8% |
| Rape | 106.2 | F | 143 | 3.5 | +2902.4% |
| Robbery | 313.6 | F | 502 | 5.8 | +5290.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 501.3 | F | 812 | 22.3 | +2152.2% |
| Burglary | 414.8 | F | 617 | 24.0 | +1626.4% |
| Larceny | 2061.8 | F | 3371 | 116.4 | +1671.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 375.3 | F | 526 | 22.2 | +1592.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach | 0 miles | B 75.8 | C 195.0 | Violent: 96.7% lower Property: 93.2% lower |
| Riviera Beach | 0 miles | F 2407.3 | F 3006.5 | Violent: 6.0% higher Property: 5.1% higher |
| West Palm Beach | 0 miles | D 143.4 | D 214.3 | Violent: 93.7% lower Property: 92.5% lower |
| Hypoluxo | 0 miles | F 523.0 | F 1394.7 | Violent: 77.0% lower Property: 51.2% lower |
| Juno Beach | 0 miles | A 51.7 | A 77.6 | Violent: 97.7% lower Property: 97.3% lower |