Romulus, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Romulus Police Department serves the city of Romulus, MI in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,815 violent crimes and 3,063 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 199.5 per 100k residents, which is 87.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 155.6 per 100k, 4.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 Rate199.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,815 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents118 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents944 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate155.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,063 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents441 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate95.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,975 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate47.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents639 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 199.5 | F | 3815 | 106.2 | +87.8% |
| Property Crime | 155.6 | C | 3063 | 163.6 | -4.9% |
| Rape | 16.0 | F | 118 | 3.5 | +351.3% |
| Robbery | 4.0 | B | 86 | 5.8 | -31.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.9 | D | 944 | 22.3 | +25.5% |
| Burglary | 12.0 | A | 441 | 24.0 | -50.2% |
| Larceny | 95.8 | B | 1975 | 116.4 | -17.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 47.9 | F | 639 | 22.2 | +115.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne | 4 miles | F 244.1 | C 151.1 | Violent: 22.4% higher Property: 2.9% lower |
| Belleville | 5 miles | C 127.1 | A 25.4 | Violent: 36.3% lower Property: 83.7% lower |
| Van Buren Township | 5 miles | C 106.3 | B 119.6 | Violent: 46.7% lower Property: 23.1% lower |
| Huron Township | 6 miles | D 153.9 | A 47.4 | Violent: 22.9% lower Property: 69.6% lower |
| Inkster | 7 miles | F 221.4 | C 158.2 | Violent: 11.0% higher Property: 1.6% higher |