Gretna, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gretna Police Department serves the city of Gretna, LA in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,639 violent crimes and 2,986 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 153.7 per 100k residents, which is 44.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 248.3 per 100k, 51.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 DAnnual Rate153.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,639 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents407 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate248.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,986 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate224.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,410 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 153.7 | D | 1639 | 106.2 | +44.7% |
| Property Crime | 248.3 | D | 2986 | 163.6 | +51.7% |
| Robbery | 5.9 | C | 49 | 5.8 | +1.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.7 | B | 407 | 22.3 | -20.3% |
| Burglary | 11.8 | A | 340 | 24.0 | -50.8% |
| Larceny | 224.6 | F | 2410 | 116.4 | +93.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.8 | A | 230 | 22.2 | -46.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner | 0 miles | C 114.5 | F 337.1 | Violent: 25.5% lower Property: 35.8% higher |
| Westwego | 16 miles | F 272.6 | C 185.8 | Violent: 77.4% higher Property: 25.1% lower |
| Harahan | 19 miles | A 34.7 | A 92.4 | Violent: 77.4% lower Property: 62.8% lower |
| New Orleans | 20 miles | F 202.1 | F 407.8 | Violent: 31.5% higher Property: 64.2% higher |
| Golden Meadow | 22 miles | C 120.2 | D 240.4 | Violent: 21.8% lower Property: 3.2% lower |