South Bay, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The South Bay Police Department serves the city of South Bay, FL in Palm Beach County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 368 violent crimes and 355 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 2307.5 per 100k residents, which is 2072.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 2348.4 per 100k, 1335.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 Rate2307.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents368 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate939.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate2348.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents355 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate367.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1613.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents245 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate347.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 2307.5 | F | 368 | 106.2 | +2072.6% |
| Property Crime | 2348.4 | F | 355 | 163.6 | +1335.4% |
| Rape | 20.4 | F | 12 | 3.5 | +477.4% |
| Robbery | 20.4 | F | 13 | 5.8 | +251.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 939.4 | F | 134 | 22.3 | +4120.5% |
| Burglary | 367.6 | F | 64 | 24.0 | +1429.7% |
| Larceny | 1613.2 | F | 245 | 116.4 | +1286.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 347.1 | F | 42 | 22.2 | +1465.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Glade | 3 miles | F 2707.2 | F 3105.8 | Violent: 17.3% higher Property: 32.3% higher |
| Clewiston | 15 miles | A 42.1 | A 56.1 | Violent: 98.2% lower Property: 97.6% lower |
| Lake Worth | 16 miles | F 2271.7 | F 2859.4 | Violent: 1.6% lower Property: 21.8% higher |
| Palm Beach | 16 miles | B 75.8 | C 195.0 | Violent: 96.7% lower Property: 91.7% lower |
| Riviera Beach | 16 miles | F 2407.3 | F 3006.5 | Violent: 4.3% higher Property: 28.0% higher |