Leesville, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Leesville Police Department serves the city of Leesville, LA in Vernon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 308 violent crimes and 591 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 290.8 per 100k residents, which is 173.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 781.5 per 100k, 377.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate290.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents308 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate72.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate781.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents591 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate54.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate708.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 290.8 | F | 308 | 106.2 | +173.8% |
| Property Crime | 781.5 | F | 591 | 163.6 | +377.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 72.7 | F | 80 | 22.3 | +226.6% |
| Burglary | 54.5 | F | 112 | 24.0 | +126.9% |
| Larceny | 708.8 | F | 454 | 116.4 | +509.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.2 | B | 23 | 22.2 | -18.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Ridder | 21 miles | C 105.0 | B 136.5 | Violent: 63.9% lower Property: 82.5% lower |
| Many | 32 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 147.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 81.1% lower |
| Fisher | 34 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Natchitoches | 42 miles | B 75.7 | A 98.9 | Violent: 74.0% lower Property: 87.3% lower |
| Kinder | 43 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 1018.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 30.3% higher |