Hammond, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hammond Police Department serves the city of Hammond, LA in Tangipahoa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,235 violent crimes and 5,580 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 259.0 per 100k residents, which is 143.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 604.4 per 100k, 269.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 FAnnual Rate259.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,235 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate19.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents830 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate604.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,580 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate38.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,122 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate532.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,169 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents282 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 259.0 | F | 2235 | 106.2 | +143.9% |
| Property Crime | 604.4 | F | 5580 | 163.6 | +269.4% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 42 | 3.5 | +35.7% |
| Robbery | 19.2 | F | 100 | 5.8 | +229.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 105.5 | F | 830 | 22.3 | +374.1% |
| Burglary | 38.4 | D | 1122 | 24.0 | +59.7% |
| Larceny | 532.5 | F | 4169 | 116.4 | +357.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.8 | D | 282 | 22.2 | +29.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence | 0 miles | A 60.6 | C 181.8 | Violent: 76.6% lower Property: 69.9% lower |
| Tickfaw | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Ponchatoula | 13 miles | C 113.6 | A 101.0 | Violent: 56.2% lower Property: 83.3% lower |
| Covington | 21 miles | D 154.1 | A 42.8 | Violent: 40.5% lower Property: 92.9% lower |
| Franklinton | 22 miles | F 425.4 | F 372.2 | Violent: 64.2% higher Property: 38.4% lower |