Brooklyn Center, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Brooklyn Center Police Department serves the city of Brooklyn Center, MN in Hennepin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,904 violent crimes and 5,281 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 123.7 per 100k residents, which is 16.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 184.0 per 100k, 12.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate123.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,904 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate22.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents298 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate38.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents424 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate184.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,281 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents573 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate107.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,625 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate69.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,045 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 123.7 | C | 1904 | 106.2 | +16.5% |
| Property Crime | 184.0 | C | 5281 | 163.6 | +12.5% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 135 | 3.5 | +79.3% |
| Robbery | 22.2 | F | 298 | 5.8 | +281.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 38.1 | F | 424 | 22.3 | +71.0% |
| Burglary | 3.2 | A | 573 | 24.0 | -86.8% |
| Larceny | 107.9 | C | 3625 | 116.4 | -7.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 69.8 | F | 1045 | 22.2 | +214.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridley | 2 miles | B 91.3 | F 274.0 | Violent: 26.2% lower Property: 48.9% higher |
| Brooklyn Park | 3 miles | D 147.7 | D 252.7 | Violent: 19.4% higher Property: 37.3% higher |
| Columbia Heights | 3 miles | B 81.4 | C 167.0 | Violent: 34.2% lower Property: 9.2% lower |
| Robbinsdale | 4 miles | A 28.5 | B 106.9 | Violent: 76.9% lower Property: 41.9% lower |
| Spring Lake Park | 4 miles | A 56.9 | B 113.8 | Violent: 54.0% lower Property: 38.1% lower |