Battle Creek, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Battle Creek Police Department serves the city of Battle Creek, MI in Calhoun County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,148 violent crimes and 8,696 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 244.4 per 100k residents, which is 130.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 239.5 per 100k, 46.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide 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 Rate244.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,148 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents355 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate64.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,684 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate239.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,696 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,829 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate152.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,894 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate55.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents884 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 244.4 | F | 9148 | 106.2 | +130.1% |
| Property Crime | 239.5 | D | 8696 | 163.6 | +46.4% |
| Homicide | 3.3 | F | 42 | 0.5 | +515.6% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 355 | 3.5 | -7.3% |
| Robbery | 8.2 | D | 220 | 5.8 | +40.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 64.0 | F | 2684 | 22.3 | +187.4% |
| Burglary | 31.2 | D | 1829 | 24.0 | +29.7% |
| Larceny | 152.5 | D | 5894 | 116.4 | +31.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 55.8 | F | 884 | 22.2 | +151.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmett Township | 2 miles | B 85.8 | F 420.7 | Violent: 64.9% lower Property: 75.7% higher |
| Marshall | 12 miles | F 253.0 | B 119.0 | Violent: 3.5% higher Property: 50.3% lower |
| Union City | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Augusta | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 237.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 0.7% lower |
| Richland | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |