South Bend, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The South Bend Police Department serves the city of South Bend, IN in St Joseph County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 13,054 violent crimes and 12,064 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 237.9 per 100k residents, which is 124.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 187.4 per 100k, 14.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 48 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 FHomicide
Grade FRape
Grade FRobbery
Grade FAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CBurglary
Grade DLarceny
Grade CMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade FCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 237.9 | F | 13054 | 106.2 | +124.0% |
| Property Crime | 187.4 | C | 12064 | 163.6 | +14.5% |
| Homicide | 1.0 | F | 60 | 0.5 | +82.0% |
| Rape | 7.8 | F | 250 | 3.5 | +119.7% |
| Robbery | 12.6 | F | 675 | 5.8 | +116.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 71.8 | F | 4037 | 22.3 | +222.8% |
| Burglary | 33.0 | D | 2128 | 24.0 | +37.4% |
| Larceny | 113.6 | C | 7884 | 116.4 | -2.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 38.8 | F | 1905 | 22.2 | +75.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 48 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-White | 8 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 3 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 18 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roseland | 4 miles | F 707.5 | B 117.9 | Violent: 197.5% higher Property: 37.1% lower |
| Mishawaka | 4 miles | C 104.2 | D 200.6 | Violent: 56.2% lower Property: 7.1% higher |
| Elkhart | 15 miles | F 204.6 | F 282.7 | Violent: 14.0% lower Property: 50.9% higher |
| Walkerton | 18 miles | A 48.1 | A 48.1 | Violent: 79.8% lower Property: 74.3% lower |
| Nappanee | 20 miles | D 160.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 32.7% lower Property: N/A |