Carmel, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carmel Police Department serves the city of Carmel, IN in Hamilton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,392 violent crimes and 3,755 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 35.9 per 100k residents, which is 66.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 72.8 per 100k, 55.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 AAnnual Rate35.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,392 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents132 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate72.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,755 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate63.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,193 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents329 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 35.9 | A | 1392 | 106.2 | -66.2% |
| Property Crime | 72.8 | A | 3755 | 163.6 | -55.5% |
| Rape | 1.0 | A | 72 | 3.5 | -72.6% |
| Robbery | 1.0 | A | 43 | 5.8 | -83.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 1.0 | A | 132 | 22.3 | -95.6% |
| Burglary | 1.9 | A | 222 | 24.0 | -91.9% |
| Larceny | 63.1 | A | 3193 | 116.4 | -45.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.8 | A | 329 | 22.2 | -65.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noblesville | 1 miles | A 36.4 | A 36.4 | Violent: 1.3% higher Property: 50.0% lower |
| Fishers | 6 miles | A 43.6 | A 73.6 | Violent: 21.3% higher Property: 1.1% higher |
| Westfield | 7 miles | A 44.2 | A 64.6 | Violent: 23.0% higher Property: 11.3% lower |
| Zionsville | 15 miles | A 9.2 | A 33.8 | Violent: 74.4% lower Property: 53.6% lower |
| Tipton | 16 miles | C 113.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 216.6% higher Property: N/A |