Natchitoches, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Natchitoches Police Department serves the city of Natchitoches, LA in Natchitoches County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,007 violent crimes and 2,346 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 75.7 per 100k residents, which is 28.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 98.9 per 100k, 39.5% below 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 BAnnual Rate75.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,007 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents293 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate98.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,346 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate34.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents740 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate58.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,490 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 75.7 | B | 1007 | 106.2 | -28.8% |
| Property Crime | 98.9 | A | 2346 | 163.6 | -39.5% |
| Rape | 5.8 | F | 26 | 3.5 | +64.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.6 | A | 293 | 22.3 | -47.7% |
| Burglary | 34.9 | D | 740 | 24.0 | +45.3% |
| Larceny | 58.2 | A | 1490 | 116.4 | -50.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.8 | A | 106 | 22.2 | -73.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Many | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 147.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 49.5% higher |
| Winnfield | 29 miles | A 52.1 | F 364.8 | Violent: 31.1% lower Property: 268.7% higher |
| Fisher | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Leesville | 42 miles | F 290.8 | F 781.5 | Violent: 284.4% higher Property: 689.9% higher |
| Mansfield | 44 miles | A 66.5 | A 44.3 | Violent: 12.1% lower Property: 55.2% lower |