Niles, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Niles Police Department serves the city of Niles, MI in Berrien County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,463 violent crimes and 1,471 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 257.3 per 100k residents, which is 142.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 145.8 per 100k, 10.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate257.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,463 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents55 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,471 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents154 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate94.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,091 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate42.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 257.3 | F | 1463 | 106.2 | +142.2% |
| Property Crime | 145.8 | B | 1471 | 163.6 | -10.9% |
| Rape | 8.6 | F | 80 | 3.5 | +142.6% |
| Robbery | 8.6 | D | 55 | 5.8 | +47.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.1 | B | 222 | 22.3 | -22.9% |
| Burglary | 8.6 | A | 154 | 24.0 | -64.3% |
| Larceny | 94.3 | B | 1091 | 116.4 | -18.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 42.9 | F | 214 | 22.2 | +93.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassopolis | 13 miles | A 58.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 77.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Dowagiac | 14 miles | F 414.8 | C 162.3 | Violent: 61.2% higher Property: 11.3% higher |
| Ontwa Township-Edwardsburg | 14 miles | A 44.1 | A 88.3 | Violent: 82.8% lower Property: 39.5% lower |
| Lincoln Township | 19 miles | A 67.2 | A 80.6 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 44.7% lower |
| Benton Township | 23 miles | F 439.3 | F 552.6 | Violent: 70.7% higher Property: 279.0% higher |