Cleveland, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cleveland Police Department serves the city of Cleveland, MS in Bolivar County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,981 violent crimes and 2,721 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 272.9 per 100k residents, which is 156.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 204.7 per 100k, 25.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery 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 FAnnual Rate272.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,981 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents344 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate204.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,721 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate39.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents320 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate146.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,158 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 272.9 | F | 1981 | 106.2 | +156.9% |
| Property Crime | 204.7 | D | 2721 | 163.6 | +25.1% |
| Robbery | 9.8 | F | 51 | 5.8 | +67.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.7 | F | 344 | 22.3 | +118.9% |
| Burglary | 39.0 | F | 320 | 24.0 | +62.2% |
| Larceny | 146.2 | D | 2158 | 116.4 | +25.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.5 | B | 222 | 22.2 | -12.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 42 miles | F 233.5 | D 233.5 | Violent: 14.4% lower Property: 14.1% higher |
| Batesville | 64 miles | A 55.2 | D 206.9 | Violent: 79.8% lower Property: 1.1% higher |
| Water Valley | 70 miles | D 149.0 | F 268.3 | Violent: 45.4% lower Property: 31.1% higher |
| Senatobia | 80 miles | F 180.4 | B 132.3 | Violent: 33.9% lower Property: 35.4% lower |
| Coldwater | 80 miles | A 65.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 75.9% lower Property: N/A |