Zachary, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Zachary Police Department serves the city of Zachary, LA in East Baton Rouge County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,201 violent crimes and 2,465 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 114.2 per 100k residents, which is 7.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 129.1 per 100k, 21.1% 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 CAnnual Rate114.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,201 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate39.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents328 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate129.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,465 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate109.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,004 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents194 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 114.2 | C | 1201 | 106.2 | +7.5% |
| Property Crime | 129.1 | B | 2465 | 163.6 | -21.1% |
| Rape | 5.0 | D | 43 | 3.5 | +40.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 39.7 | F | 328 | 22.3 | +78.4% |
| Larceny | 109.2 | C | 2004 | 116.4 | -6.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.9 | B | 194 | 22.2 | -10.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | 0 miles | F 225.9 | F 487.9 | Violent: 97.9% higher Property: 278.1% higher |
| Baker | 5 miles | A 66.4 | C 149.5 | Violent: 41.8% lower Property: 15.8% higher |
| Port Allen | 14 miles | D 142.9 | B 142.9 | Violent: 25.2% higher Property: 10.7% higher |
| Brusly | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Addis | 14 miles | A 65.6 | A 39.4 | Violent: 42.5% lower Property: 69.5% lower |