Franklin, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Franklin Police Department serves the city of Franklin, LA in St Mary County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 487 violent crimes and 340 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 423.4 per 100k residents, which is 298.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 181.5 per 100k, 10.9% above 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 FAnnual Rate423.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents487 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate121.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate181.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate136.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents263 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 423.4 | F | 487 | 106.2 | +298.7% |
| Property Crime | 181.5 | C | 340 | 163.6 | +10.9% |
| Rape | 15.1 | F | 2 | 3.5 | +327.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 121.0 | F | 111 | 22.3 | +443.5% |
| Burglary | 45.4 | F | 72 | 24.0 | +88.8% |
| Larceny | 136.1 | C | 263 | 116.4 | +17.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berwick | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Morgan City | 0 miles | F 293.2 | D 201.6 | Violent: 30.8% lower Property: 11.1% higher |
| Patterson | 0 miles | B 71.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 83.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Jeanerette | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 77.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 57.5% lower |
| Breaux Bridge | 35 miles | A 36.8 | F 429.5 | Violent: 91.3% lower Property: 136.7% higher |