North Vernon, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The North Vernon Police Department serves the city of North Vernon, IN in Jennings County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 470 violent crimes and 609 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.1 per 100k residents, which is 42.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 198.7 per 100k, 21.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 AAnnual Rate61.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents470 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate30.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate198.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents609 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate168.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents511 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents47 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.1 | A | 470 | 106.2 | -42.4% |
| Property Crime | 198.7 | D | 609 | 163.6 | +21.5% |
| Rape | 30.6 | F | 16 | 3.5 | +764.4% |
| Burglary | 15.3 | A | 49 | 24.0 | -36.4% |
| Larceny | 168.1 | D | 511 | 116.4 | +44.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.3 | B | 47 | 22.2 | -31.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | 20 miles | A 47.9 | A 95.7 | Violent: 21.7% lower Property: 51.8% lower |
| Columbus | 21 miles | A 3.9 | A 19.4 | Violent: 93.7% lower Property: 90.3% lower |
| Greensburg | 22 miles | C 121.0 | A 96.8 | Violent: 97.8% higher Property: 51.3% lower |
| Seymour | 23 miles | B 74.0 | C 171.2 | Violent: 21.1% higher Property: 13.9% lower |
| Batesville | 30 miles | A 27.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 55.4% lower Property: N/A |