Walker, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Walker Police Department serves the city of Walker, MI in Kent County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,527 violent crimes and 3,121 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 131.9 per 100k residents, which is 24.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 199.9 per 100k, 22.2% 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 5 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 DAnnual Rate131.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,527 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate199.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,121 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents239 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate175.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,596 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents278 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 131.9 | D | 1527 | 106.2 | +24.2% |
| Property Crime | 199.9 | D | 3121 | 163.6 | +22.2% |
| Robbery | 4.0 | B | 38 | 5.8 | -31.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.0 | A | 144 | 22.3 | -82.0% |
| Burglary | 20.0 | B | 239 | 24.0 | -16.8% |
| Larceny | 175.9 | D | 2596 | 116.4 | +51.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.0 | A | 278 | 22.2 | -82.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford | 0 miles | A 64.6 | B 145.3 | Violent: 51.1% lower Property: 27.3% lower |
| East Grand Rapids | 6 miles | A 26.3 | B 114.0 | Violent: 80.1% lower Property: 43.0% lower |
| Grand Rapids | 8 miles | F 221.4 | D 238.2 | Violent: 67.8% higher Property: 19.2% higher |
| Wyoming | 11 miles | F 237.3 | D 220.3 | Violent: 79.8% higher Property: 10.2% higher |
| Kentwood | 11 miles | F 240.8 | D 259.4 | Violent: 82.5% higher Property: 29.7% higher |