Urbandale, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Urbandale Police Department serves the city of Urbandale, IA in Dallas, Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,003 violent crimes and 2,127 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 44.5 per 100k residents, which is 58.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 69.9 per 100k, 57.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. 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 Rate44.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,003 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate69.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,127 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate46.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,559 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents286 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 44.5 | A | 1003 | 106.2 | -58.1% |
| Property Crime | 69.9 | A | 2127 | 163.6 | -57.3% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 49 | 3.5 | -40.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.9 | B | 179 | 22.3 | -23.8% |
| Burglary | 10.6 | A | 273 | 24.0 | -55.9% |
| Larceny | 46.6 | A | 1559 | 116.4 | -59.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.7 | A | 286 | 22.2 | -42.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Heights | 3 miles | A 39.6 | F 436.0 | Violent: 10.9% lower Property: 523.5% higher |
| Ankeny | 9 miles | A 51.2 | B 114.5 | Violent: 15.0% higher Property: 63.7% higher |
| Clive | 9 miles | A 52.5 | A 99.8 | Violent: 18.0% higher Property: 42.7% higher |
| Des Moines | 9 miles | F 178.4 | D 260.4 | Violent: 300.9% higher Property: 272.4% higher |
| West Des Moines | 9 miles | A 33.5 | C 191.1 | Violent: 24.8% lower Property: 173.3% higher |