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. 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 |