Westwego, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Westwego Police Department serves the city of Westwego, LA in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 745 violent crimes and 804 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 272.6 per 100k residents, which is 156.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 185.8 per 100k, 13.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate272.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents745 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate24.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate74.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents197 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate185.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents804 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents137 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate161.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents578 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 272.6 | F | 745 | 106.2 | +156.6% |
| Property Crime | 185.8 | C | 804 | 163.6 | +13.6% |
| Robbery | 24.8 | F | 15 | 5.8 | +325.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 74.3 | F | 197 | 22.3 | +234.0% |
| Burglary | 12.4 | A | 137 | 24.0 | -48.4% |
| Larceny | 161.1 | D | 578 | 116.4 | +38.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.4 | A | 80 | 22.2 | -44.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harahan | 4 miles | A 34.7 | A 92.4 | Violent: 87.3% lower Property: 50.3% lower |
| New Orleans | 5 miles | F 202.1 | F 407.8 | Violent: 25.9% lower Property: 119.4% higher |
| Gretna | 16 miles | D 153.7 | D 248.3 | Violent: 43.6% lower Property: 33.6% higher |
| Kenner | 16 miles | C 114.5 | F 337.1 | Violent: 58.0% lower Property: 81.4% higher |
| Mandeville | 32 miles | A 22.4 | A 81.9 | Violent: 91.8% lower Property: 55.9% lower |