Punta Gorda, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Punta Gorda Police Department serves the city of Punta Gorda, FL in Charlotte County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 229 violent crimes and 551 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 505.6 per 100k residents, which is 376.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 1314.7 per 100k, 703.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate505.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate57.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1314.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents551 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate67.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1160.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents501 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate81.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 505.6 | F | 229 | 106.2 | +376.1% |
| Property Crime | 1314.7 | F | 551 | 163.6 | +703.5% |
| Robbery | 9.6 | F | 6 | 5.8 | +65.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 57.8 | F | 26 | 22.3 | +159.7% |
| Burglary | 67.4 | F | 25 | 24.0 | +180.6% |
| Larceny | 1160.5 | F | 501 | 116.4 | +897.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 81.9 | F | 24 | 22.2 | +269.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Myers | 23 miles | F 1775.8 | F 1881.0 | Violent: 251.2% higher Property: 43.1% higher |
| Arcadia | 24 miles | D 153.4 | B 127.8 | Violent: 69.7% lower Property: 90.3% lower |
| Sarasota | 27 miles | F 2284.2 | F 3151.0 | Violent: 351.8% higher Property: 139.7% higher |
| Venice | 27 miles | F 599.2 | F 1440.5 | Violent: 18.5% higher Property: 9.6% higher |
| North Port | 27 miles | F 522.4 | F 975.0 | Violent: 3.3% higher Property: 25.8% lower |