Abbeville, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Abbeville Police Department serves the city of Abbeville, LA in Vermilion County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,255 violent crimes and 1,152 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 182.3 per 100k residents, which is 71.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 145.9 per 100k, 10.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 FAnnual Rate182.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,255 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate82.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents366 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,152 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate118.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents867 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 182.3 | F | 1255 | 106.2 | +71.7% |
| Property Crime | 145.9 | B | 1152 | 163.6 | -10.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 82.1 | F | 366 | 22.3 | +268.7% |
| Burglary | 18.2 | B | 229 | 24.0 | -24.1% |
| Larceny | 118.5 | C | 867 | 116.4 | +1.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.1 | A | 56 | 22.2 | -58.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaplan | 15 miles | F 227.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 24.6% higher Property: N/A |
| Erath | 19 miles | A 51.1 | A 51.1 | Violent: 72.0% lower Property: 65.0% lower |
| Broussard | 32 miles | B 82.5 | B 144.4 | Violent: 54.7% lower Property: 1.0% lower |
| Carencro | 32 miles | A 42.6 | F 277.0 | Violent: 76.6% lower Property: 89.9% higher |
| Lafayette | 32 miles | D 150.0 | D 230.7 | Violent: 17.8% lower Property: 58.2% higher |