Sebring, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sebring Police Department serves the city of Sebring, FL in Highlands County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 690 violent crimes and 872 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 4079.1 per 100k residents, which is 3740.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 3647.8 per 100k, 2129.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 Rate4079.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents690 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate75.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate140.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate497.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate3647.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents872 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate647.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents200 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate2832.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents641 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate168.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 4079.1 | F | 690 | 106.2 | +3740.6% |
| Property Crime | 3647.8 | F | 872 | 163.6 | +2129.6% |
| Homicide | 28.1 | F | 9 | 0.5 | +5179.3% |
| Rape | 75.0 | F | 17 | 3.5 | +2021.3% |
| Robbery | 140.7 | F | 28 | 5.8 | +2317.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 497.0 | F | 82 | 22.3 | +2133.0% |
| Burglary | 647.0 | F | 200 | 24.0 | +2592.8% |
| Larceny | 2832.0 | F | 641 | 116.4 | +2333.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 168.8 | F | 29 | 22.2 | +661.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Placid | 12 miles | F 1921.5 | F 2722.2 | Violent: 52.9% lower Property: 25.4% lower |
| Wauchula | 23 miles | F 1449.9 | F 1570.7 | Violent: 64.5% lower Property: 56.9% lower |
| Bowling Green | 23 miles | F 1143.8 | F 1797.4 | Violent: 72.0% lower Property: 50.7% lower |
| Lake Wales | 29 miles | F 1576.0 | F 2358.1 | Violent: 61.4% lower Property: 35.4% lower |
| Arcadia | 31 miles | D 153.4 | B 127.8 | Violent: 96.2% lower Property: 96.5% lower |