Opelousas, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Opelousas Police Department serves the city of Opelousas, LA in St Landry County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,114 violent crimes and 5,195 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 306.0 per 100k residents, which is 188.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 403.7 per 100k, 146.8% 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 3 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 Rate306.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,114 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents39 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents54 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents149 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate97.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,413 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate403.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,195 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,350 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate299.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,481 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate58.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents347 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 306.0 | F | 4114 | 106.2 | +188.1% |
| Property Crime | 403.7 | F | 5195 | 163.6 | +146.8% |
| Homicide | 13.0 | F | 39 | 0.5 | +2343.5% |
| Rape | 6.5 | F | 54 | 3.5 | +84.1% |
| Robbery | 26.1 | F | 149 | 5.8 | +347.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 97.7 | F | 1413 | 22.3 | +338.8% |
| Burglary | 45.6 | F | 1350 | 24.0 | +89.7% |
| Larceny | 299.5 | F | 3481 | 116.4 | +157.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 58.6 | F | 347 | 22.2 | +164.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnaudville | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 100.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.2% lower |
| Krotz Springs | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 112.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 72.2% lower |
| Church Point | 12 miles | A 49.7 | C 174.1 | Violent: 83.7% lower Property: 56.9% lower |
| Eunice | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Carencro | 23 miles | A 42.6 | F 277.0 | Violent: 86.1% lower Property: 31.4% lower |