Wauchula, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wauchula Police Department serves the city of Wauchula, FL in Hardee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 313 violent crimes and 430 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 1449.9 per 100k residents, which is 1265.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 1570.7 per 100k, 860.0% 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 Rate1449.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents313 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate241.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents54 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1570.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents430 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate261.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1127.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents283 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate181.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 1449.9 | F | 313 | 106.2 | +1265.1% |
| Property Crime | 1570.7 | F | 430 | 163.6 | +860.0% |
| Homicide | 20.1 | F | 1 | 0.5 | +3679.8% |
| Rape | 60.4 | F | 7 | 3.5 | +1608.2% |
| Robbery | 20.1 | F | 8 | 5.8 | +246.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 241.6 | F | 54 | 22.3 | +985.7% |
| Burglary | 261.8 | F | 119 | 24.0 | +989.4% |
| Larceny | 1127.7 | F | 283 | 116.4 | +869.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 181.2 | F | 28 | 22.2 | +717.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green | 4 miles | F 1143.8 | F 1797.4 | Violent: 21.1% lower Property: 14.4% higher |
| Sebring | 23 miles | F 4079.1 | F 3647.8 | Violent: 181.3% higher Property: 132.2% higher |
| Bartow | 25 miles | F 2311.9 | F 2247.1 | Violent: 59.5% higher Property: 43.1% higher |
| Arcadia | 25 miles | D 153.4 | B 127.8 | Violent: 89.4% lower Property: 91.9% lower |
| Lake Wales | 28 miles | F 1576.0 | F 2358.1 | Violent: 8.7% higher Property: 50.1% higher |