Westfield, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Westfield Police Department serves the city of Westfield, IN in Hamilton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,458 violent crimes and 1,942 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 44.2 per 100k residents, which is 58.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 64.6 per 100k, 60.5% below 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 AAnnual Rate44.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,458 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents108 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate64.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,942 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents162 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate56.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,696 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 44.2 | A | 1458 | 106.2 | -58.4% |
| Property Crime | 64.6 | A | 1942 | 163.6 | -60.5% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 36 | 3.5 | -51.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 1.7 | A | 108 | 22.3 | -92.4% |
| Burglary | 5.1 | A | 162 | 24.0 | -78.8% |
| Larceny | 56.1 | A | 1696 | 116.4 | -51.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.4 | A | 80 | 22.2 | -84.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel | 7 miles | A 35.9 | A 72.8 | Violent: 18.7% lower Property: 12.8% higher |
| Noblesville | 7 miles | A 36.4 | A 36.4 | Violent: 17.6% lower Property: 43.6% lower |
| Zionsville | 9 miles | A 9.2 | A 33.8 | Violent: 79.1% lower Property: 47.7% lower |
| Fishers | 9 miles | A 43.6 | A 73.6 | Violent: 1.3% lower Property: 14.0% higher |
| Whitestown | 13 miles | A 62.0 | B 139.6 | Violent: 40.5% higher Property: 116.3% higher |