Belle Plaine, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Belle Plaine Police Department serves the city of Belle Plaine, IA in Benton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 99 violent crimes and 94 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 215.0 per 100k residents, which is 102.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 86.0 per 100k, 47.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade FCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 215.0 | F | 99 | 106.2 | +102.4% |
| Property Crime | 86.0 | A | 94 | 163.6 | -47.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 86.0 | F | 10 | 22.2 | +287.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo | 17 miles | A 47.1 | A 47.1 | Violent: 78.1% lower Property: 45.2% lower |
| Marengo | 18 miles | D 166.3 | D 207.8 | Violent: 22.7% lower Property: 141.7% higher |
| Williamsburg | 18 miles | A 59.7 | A 59.7 | Violent: 72.2% lower Property: 30.5% lower |
| Tama | 18 miles | C 110.4 | A 36.8 | Violent: 48.6% lower Property: 57.2% lower |
| Vinton | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 80.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 6.2% lower |