Venice, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Venice Police Department serves the city of Venice, FL in Sarasota County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 273 violent crimes and 635 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 599.2 per 100k residents, which is 464.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 1440.5 per 100k, 780.5% 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 Rate599.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1440.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents635 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate229.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1124.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents517 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate65.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 599.2 | F | 273 | 106.2 | +464.2% |
| Property Crime | 1440.5 | F | 635 | 163.6 | +780.5% |
| Rape | 8.2 | F | 3 | 3.5 | +132.2% |
| Robbery | 20.5 | F | 8 | 5.8 | +252.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.9 | F | 24 | 22.3 | +66.0% |
| Burglary | 229.8 | F | 86 | 24.0 | +856.5% |
| Larceny | 1124.5 | F | 517 | 116.4 | +866.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 65.7 | F | 27 | 22.2 | +196.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota | 0 miles | F 2284.2 | F 3151.0 | Violent: 281.2% higher Property: 118.7% higher |
| North Port | 0 miles | F 522.4 | F 975.0 | Violent: 12.8% lower Property: 32.3% lower |
| Longboat Key | 24 miles | A 39.4 | A 52.6 | Violent: 93.4% lower Property: 96.4% lower |
| Bradenton | 25 miles | F 180.7 | B 123.4 | Violent: 69.8% lower Property: 91.4% lower |
| Punta Gorda | 27 miles | F 505.6 | F 1314.7 | Violent: 15.6% lower Property: 8.7% lower |