Olathe, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Olathe Police Department serves the city of Olathe, KS in Johnson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,606 violent crimes and 8,875 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 65.7 per 100k residents, which is 38.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 89.4 per 100k, 45.4% 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 7 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 Rate65.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,606 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents304 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate14.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,229 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate89.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,875 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents784 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate69.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,851 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,181 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 65.7 | A | 7606 | 106.2 | -38.2% |
| Property Crime | 89.4 | A | 8875 | 163.6 | -45.4% |
| Rape | 2.0 | A | 304 | 3.5 | -42.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.9 | B | 1229 | 22.3 | -33.1% |
| Burglary | 7.5 | A | 784 | 24.0 | -69.0% |
| Larceny | 69.1 | A | 6851 | 116.4 | -40.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.8 | A | 1181 | 22.2 | -51.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner | 1 miles | B 69.1 | A 52.8 | Violent: 5.2% higher Property: 40.9% lower |
| Mission Hills | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 113.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 26.7% higher |
| Spring Hill | 1 miles | B 70.9 | A 30.4 | Violent: 8.0% higher Property: 66.0% lower |
| Lake Quivira | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Overland Park | 9 miles | B 78.4 | C 176.5 | Violent: 19.4% higher Property: 97.5% higher |