Capitol Heights, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Capitol Heights Police Department serves the city of Capitol Heights, MD in Prince George'S County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 109 violent crimes and 258 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 51.1 per 100k residents, which is 51.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 306.7 per 100k, 87.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 AAnnual Rate51.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents109 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate25.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate306.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents258 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate76.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate102.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents130 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate127.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 51.1 | A | 109 | 106.2 | -51.9% |
| Property Crime | 306.7 | F | 258 | 163.6 | +87.4% |
| Robbery | 25.6 | F | 41 | 5.8 | +339.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.6 | C | 36 | 22.3 | +14.8% |
| Burglary | 76.7 | F | 26 | 24.0 | +219.1% |
| Larceny | 102.2 | B | 130 | 116.4 | -12.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 127.8 | F | 102 | 22.2 | +476.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Heights | 2 miles | B 86.9 | B 139.0 | Violent: 70.0% higher Property: 54.7% lower |
| Cheverly | 3 miles | A 16.8 | C 151.2 | Violent: 67.1% lower Property: 50.7% lower |
| Colmar Manor | 4 miles | A 65.1 | F 455.4 | Violent: 27.3% higher Property: 48.5% higher |
| Bladensburg | 4 miles | A 53.5 | C 171.2 | Violent: 4.7% higher Property: 44.2% lower |
| Morningside | 4 miles | B 83.5 | D 250.4 | Violent: 63.3% higher Property: 18.3% lower |