Baldwin City, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Baldwin City Police Department serves the city of Baldwin City, KS in Douglas County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 140 violent crimes and 98 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 121.2 per 100k residents, which is 14.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 80.8 per 100k, 50.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Larceny 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 CAnnual Rate121.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents140 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate80.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate40.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 121.2 | C | 140 | 106.2 | +14.1% |
| Property Crime | 80.8 | A | 98 | 163.6 | -50.6% |
| Larceny | 40.4 | A | 72 | 116.4 | -65.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.4 | F | 8 | 22.2 | +82.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eudora | 0 miles | C 108.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 10.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Lawrence | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Tonganoxie | 18 miles | A 16.7 | A 50.1 | Violent: 86.2% lower Property: 37.9% lower |
| Ottawa | 19 miles | A 63.5 | B 119.0 | Violent: 47.6% lower Property: 47.3% higher |
| Mclouth | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |