Columbia Heights, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Columbia Heights Police Department serves the city of Columbia Heights, MN in Anoka County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,118 violent crimes and 2,455 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 81.4 per 100k residents, which is 23.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 167.0 per 100k, 2.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 BAnnual Rate81.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,118 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate167.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,455 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents242 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate115.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,845 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate47.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents357 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 81.4 | B | 1118 | 106.2 | -23.4% |
| Property Crime | 167.0 | C | 2455 | 163.6 | +2.1% |
| Robbery | 4.3 | B | 89 | 5.8 | -26.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.6 | A | 268 | 22.3 | -61.5% |
| Burglary | 4.3 | A | 242 | 24.0 | -82.2% |
| Larceny | 115.6 | C | 1845 | 116.4 | -0.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 47.1 | F | 357 | 22.2 | +112.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Anthony | 2 miles | A 39.2 | C 188.3 | Violent: 51.8% lower Property: 12.7% higher |
| Fridley | 3 miles | B 91.3 | F 274.0 | Violent: 12.2% higher Property: 64.0% higher |
| New Brighton | 3 miles | A 31.8 | A 72.8 | Violent: 60.9% lower Property: 56.4% lower |
| Brooklyn Center | 3 miles | C 123.7 | C 184.0 | Violent: 52.0% higher Property: 10.2% higher |
| Minneapolis | 4 miles | F 213.1 | F 416.5 | Violent: 161.9% higher Property: 149.3% higher |