Lafayette, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lafayette Police Department serves the city of Lafayette, IN in Tippecanoe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,950 violent crimes and 7,990 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 232.8 per 100k residents, which is 119.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 178.4 per 100k, 9.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 33 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 FAnnual Rate232.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,950 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents198 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,205 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate178.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,990 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,280 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate149.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,931 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents728 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 232.8 | F | 9950 | 106.2 | +119.2% |
| Property Crime | 178.4 | C | 7990 | 163.6 | +9.1% |
| Rape | 8.4 | F | 214 | 3.5 | +136.4% |
| Robbery | 11.2 | F | 198 | 5.8 | +91.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.3 | C | 1205 | 22.3 | +0.2% |
| Burglary | 13.9 | A | 1280 | 24.0 | -42.0% |
| Larceny | 149.2 | D | 5931 | 116.4 | +28.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.3 | B | 728 | 22.2 | -30.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 33 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 4 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 14 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 73.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 58.9% lower |
| West Lafayette | 2 miles | A 15.5 | A 81.8 | Violent: 93.4% lower Property: 54.1% lower |
| Frankfort | 22 miles | F 220.0 | A 85.5 | Violent: 5.5% lower Property: 52.1% lower |
| Crawfordsville | 26 miles | C 114.8 | A 72.5 | Violent: 50.7% lower Property: 59.4% lower |
| Attica | 27 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |