Westwood, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Westwood Police Department serves the city of Westwood, KS in Johnson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 68 violent crimes and 321 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 115.6 per 100k residents, which is 8.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 462.4 per 100k, 182.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 Rate115.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents68 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate462.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents321 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate462.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents266 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 115.6 | C | 68 | 106.2 | +8.9% |
| Property Crime | 462.4 | F | 321 | 163.6 | +182.6% |
| Larceny | 462.4 | F | 266 | 116.4 | +297.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Woods | 0 miles | F 512.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 343.6% higher Property: N/A |
| Westwood Hills | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 254.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 45.0% lower |
| Fairway | 1 miles | B 71.9 | A 71.9 | Violent: 37.8% lower Property: 84.4% lower |
| Roeland Park | 2 miles | B 89.2 | C 178.5 | Violent: 22.8% lower Property: 61.4% lower |
| Mission | 3 miles | D 143.6 | F 318.1 | Violent: 24.2% higher Property: 31.2% lower |