Brookhaven, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Brookhaven Police Department serves the city of Brookhaven, MS in Lincoln County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 548 violent crimes and 1,972 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 51.8 per 100k residents, which is 51.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 146.7 per 100k, 10.3% below 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 AAnnual Rate51.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents548 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents181 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate146.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,972 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate69.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents986 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate60.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents803 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 51.8 | A | 548 | 106.2 | -51.3% |
| Property Crime | 146.7 | B | 1972 | 163.6 | -10.3% |
| Robbery | 8.6 | D | 37 | 5.8 | +48.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.3 | B | 181 | 22.3 | -22.5% |
| Burglary | 69.0 | F | 986 | 24.0 | +187.3% |
| Larceny | 60.4 | A | 803 | 116.4 | -48.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.3 | B | 176 | 22.2 | -22.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summit | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Mendenhall | 40 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 188.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 28.4% higher |
| Port Gibson | 41 miles | B 87.0 | A 87.0 | Violent: 68.0% higher Property: 40.7% lower |
| Richland | 50 miles | A 54.2 | A 54.2 | Violent: 4.8% higher Property: 63.0% lower |
| Raymond | 51 miles | A 53.5 | C 160.3 | Violent: 3.2% higher Property: 9.3% higher |