Palm Bay, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Palm Bay Police Department serves the city of Palm Bay, FL in Brevard County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 10,814 violent crimes and 7,579 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 163.4 per 100k residents, which is 53.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 82.1 per 100k, 49.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. 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 Rate163.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,814 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents353 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents221 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate26.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,294 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate82.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,579 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,028 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate67.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,227 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 163.4 | D | 10814 | 106.2 | +53.8% |
| Property Crime | 82.1 | A | 7579 | 163.6 | -49.8% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 353 | 3.5 | +26.7% |
| Robbery | 4.5 | B | 221 | 5.8 | -23.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.9 | D | 1294 | 22.3 | +20.7% |
| Burglary | 14.2 | A | 1028 | 24.0 | -41.0% |
| Larceny | 67.1 | A | 6227 | 116.4 | -42.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Melbourne | 5 miles | A 13.3 | A 39.9 | Violent: 91.9% lower Property: 51.3% lower |
| Melbourne Village | 6 miles | F 286.5 | F 1719.2 | Violent: 75.4% higher Property: 1994.8% higher |
| Melbourne Beach | 9 miles | F 464.3 | F 773.8 | Violent: 184.2% higher Property: 842.8% higher |
| Indialantic | 9 miles | F 717.0 | F 1502.2 | Violent: 338.8% higher Property: 1730.4% higher |
| Indian Harbour Beach | 11 miles | A 33.4 | A 89.0 | Violent: 79.6% lower Property: 8.4% higher |