Anderson, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Anderson Police Department serves the city of Anderson, IN in Madison County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,994 violent crimes and 8,414 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 108.5 per 100k residents, which is 2.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 188.2 per 100k, 15.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 11 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate108.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,994 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents227 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents252 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents685 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate188.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,414 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,361 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate124.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,983 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate41.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,053 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 108.5 | C | 4994 | 106.2 | +2.2% |
| Property Crime | 188.2 | C | 8414 | 163.6 | +15.0% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 227 | 3.5 | +2.4% |
| Robbery | 5.4 | C | 252 | 5.8 | -6.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.8 | A | 685 | 22.3 | -51.3% |
| Burglary | 16.3 | B | 1361 | 24.0 | -32.2% |
| Larceny | 124.8 | C | 5983 | 116.4 | +7.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 41.6 | F | 1053 | 22.2 | +87.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-White | 5 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elwood | 15 miles | B 71.2 | A 11.9 | Violent: 34.5% lower Property: 93.7% lower |
| Muncie | 17 miles | B 86.1 | D 212.1 | Violent: 20.7% lower Property: 12.7% higher |
| Noblesville | 18 miles | A 36.4 | A 36.4 | Violent: 66.5% lower Property: 80.7% lower |
| Carmel | 19 miles | A 35.9 | A 72.8 | Violent: 66.9% lower Property: 61.3% lower |
| Cumberland | 20 miles | F 264.2 | C 170.9 | Violent: 143.4% higher Property: 9.1% lower |