Apple Valley, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Apple Valley Police Department serves the city of Apple Valley, MN in Dakota County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,195 violent crimes and 5,014 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 49.1 per 100k residents, which is 53.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 149.1 per 100k, 8.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 AAnnual Rate49.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,195 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents316 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate149.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,014 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents306 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate125.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,447 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents247 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 49.1 | A | 2195 | 106.2 | -53.8% |
| Property Crime | 149.1 | C | 5014 | 163.6 | -8.9% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 102 | 3.5 | +2.9% |
| Robbery | 1.8 | A | 52 | 5.8 | -68.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.3 | A | 316 | 22.3 | -67.3% |
| Burglary | 10.9 | A | 306 | 24.0 | -54.6% |
| Larceny | 125.5 | C | 4447 | 116.4 | +7.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.7 | A | 247 | 22.2 | -42.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemount | 4 miles | A 25.2 | A 36.0 | Violent: 48.6% lower Property: 75.8% lower |
| Lakeville | 6 miles | A 24.7 | A 96.2 | Violent: 49.7% lower Property: 35.5% lower |
| Eagan | 6 miles | A 41.8 | C 165.8 | Violent: 14.8% lower Property: 11.2% higher |
| Bloomington | 8 miles | B 76.0 | F 300.7 | Violent: 54.9% higher Property: 101.7% higher |
| Burnsville | 8 miles | A 45.6 | D 199.5 | Violent: 7.2% lower Property: 33.8% higher |