Lafayette, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lafayette Police Department serves the city of Lafayette, LA in Lafayette County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,412 violent crimes and 26,685 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 150.0 per 100k residents, which is 41.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 230.7 per 100k, 41.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate150.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,412 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents101 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents628 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate75.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,741 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate230.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents26,685 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate100.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents5,078 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents19,594 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,960 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 150.0 | D | 8412 | 106.2 | +41.2% |
| Property Crime | 230.7 | D | 26685 | 163.6 | +41.0% |
| Homicide | 3.3 | F | 101 | 0.5 | +519.3% |
| Rape | 2.5 | B | 98 | 3.5 | -30.2% |
| Robbery | 14.8 | F | 628 | 5.8 | +154.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 75.8 | F | 2741 | 22.3 | +240.6% |
| Burglary | 100.5 | F | 5078 | 24.0 | +318.4% |
| Larceny | 105.5 | C | 19594 | 116.4 | -9.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.7 | C | 1960 | 22.2 | +11.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carencro | 0 miles | A 42.6 | F 277.0 | Violent: 71.6% lower Property: 20.1% higher |
| Youngsville | 0 miles | A 12.8 | B 108.6 | Violent: 91.5% lower Property: 52.9% lower |
| Scott | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 264.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 14.6% higher |
| Broussard | 7 miles | B 82.5 | B 144.4 | Violent: 45.0% lower Property: 37.4% lower |
| Church Point | 17 miles | A 49.7 | C 174.1 | Violent: 66.8% lower Property: 24.5% lower |