Richfield, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Richfield Police Department serves the city of Richfield, MN in Hennepin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,299 violent crimes and 4,555 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 60.1 per 100k residents, which is 43.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 185.8 per 100k, 13.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate60.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,299 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate13.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents152 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents285 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate185.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,555 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents477 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate133.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,464 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents598 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 60.1 | A | 1299 | 106.2 | -43.4% |
| Property Crime | 185.8 | C | 4555 | 163.6 | +13.5% |
| Rape | 2.7 | B | 80 | 3.5 | -22.8% |
| Robbery | 13.7 | F | 152 | 5.8 | +134.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.9 | A | 285 | 22.3 | -50.9% |
| Burglary | 13.7 | A | 477 | 24.0 | -43.2% |
| Larceny | 133.8 | C | 3464 | 116.4 | +15.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.8 | D | 598 | 22.2 | +47.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edina | 4 miles | A 21.2 | B 138.5 | Violent: 64.8% lower Property: 25.4% lower |
| Bloomington | 4 miles | B 76.0 | F 300.7 | Violent: 26.5% higher Property: 61.9% higher |
| St. Louis Park | 6 miles | A 68.4 | F 329.6 | Violent: 13.8% higher Property: 77.4% higher |
| Mendota Heights | 6 miles | A 44.0 | C 158.4 | Violent: 26.8% lower Property: 14.7% lower |
| Eagan | 7 miles | A 41.8 | C 165.8 | Violent: 30.4% lower Property: 10.7% lower |