Waverly, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Waverly Police Department serves the city of Waverly, IA in Bremer County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 536 violent crimes and 579 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 56.7 per 100k residents, which is 46.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 56.7 per 100k, 65.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate56.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents536 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents237 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate56.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents579 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate28.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents426 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 56.7 | A | 536 | 106.2 | -46.6% |
| Property Crime | 56.7 | A | 579 | 163.6 | -65.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.9 | B | 237 | 22.3 | -15.0% |
| Burglary | 9.4 | A | 122 | 24.0 | -60.7% |
| Larceny | 28.4 | A | 426 | 116.4 | -75.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.9 | B | 31 | 22.2 | -14.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Falls | 13 miles | A 37.2 | B 136.4 | Violent: 34.4% lower Property: 140.5% higher |
| Waterloo | 17 miles | D 143.5 | C 191.8 | Violent: 153.0% higher Property: 238.2% higher |
| Evansdale | 20 miles | A 44.8 | A 89.5 | Violent: 21.1% lower Property: 57.8% higher |
| New Hampton | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Grundy Center | 28 miles | A 35.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 37.1% lower Property: N/A |