Kentwood, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kentwood Police Department serves the city of Kentwood, MI in Kent County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,020 violent crimes and 6,338 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 240.8 per 100k residents, which is 126.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 259.4 per 100k, 58.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 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 Rate240.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,020 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents161 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate57.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents796 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate259.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,338 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents722 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate164.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,423 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate79.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,165 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 240.8 | F | 6020 | 106.2 | +126.7% |
| Property Crime | 259.4 | D | 6338 | 163.6 | +58.5% |
| Rape | 11.1 | F | 161 | 3.5 | +214.4% |
| Robbery | 7.4 | D | 122 | 5.8 | +27.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 57.4 | F | 796 | 22.3 | +158.0% |
| Burglary | 13.0 | A | 722 | 24.0 | -46.0% |
| Larceny | 164.9 | D | 4423 | 116.4 | +41.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 79.7 | F | 1165 | 22.2 | +259.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Grand Rapids | 5 miles | A 26.3 | B 114.0 | Violent: 89.1% lower Property: 56.1% lower |
| Wyoming | 6 miles | F 237.3 | D 220.3 | Violent: 1.5% lower Property: 15.1% lower |
| Grand Rapids | 7 miles | F 221.4 | D 238.2 | Violent: 8.1% lower Property: 8.1% lower |
| Grandville | 9 miles | F 183.9 | F 361.5 | Violent: 23.6% lower Property: 39.4% higher |
| Rockford | 11 miles | A 64.6 | B 145.3 | Violent: 73.2% lower Property: 44.0% lower |