Tavares, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tavares Police Department serves the city of Tavares, FL in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 396 violent crimes and 634 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 317.8 per 100k residents, which is 199.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 294.1 per 100k, 79.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 Rate317.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents396 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade BNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate56.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate294.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents634 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate66.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate180.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents405 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate47.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 317.8 | F | 396 | 106.2 | +199.2% |
| Property Crime | 294.1 | F | 634 | 163.6 | +79.7% |
| Homicide | 4.7 | F | 3 | 0.5 | +789.6% |
| Robbery | 4.7 | B | 9 | 5.8 | -18.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 56.9 | F | 92 | 22.3 | +155.7% |
| Burglary | 66.4 | F | 164 | 24.0 | +176.3% |
| Larceny | 180.2 | D | 405 | 116.4 | +54.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 47.4 | F | 65 | 22.2 | +113.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eustis | 0 miles | F 933.4 | F 1760.5 | Violent: 193.7% higher Property: 498.7% higher |
| Leesburg | 0 miles | D 158.6 | D 201.5 | Violent: 50.1% lower Property: 31.5% lower |
| Clermont | 0 miles | F 844.8 | F 1637.6 | Violent: 165.8% higher Property: 456.9% higher |
| Fruitland Park | 0 miles | F 709.7 | F 991.3 | Violent: 123.3% higher Property: 237.1% higher |
| Umatilla | 0 miles | F 844.0 | F 2404.1 | Violent: 165.6% higher Property: 717.6% higher |