West Point, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Point Police Department serves the city of West Point, MS in Clay County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,436 violent crimes and 1,290 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 265.7 per 100k residents, which is 150.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 122.7 per 100k, 25.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 FAnnual Rate265.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,436 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate61.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents279 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate122.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,290 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents238 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate102.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents964 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 265.7 | F | 1436 | 106.2 | +150.2% |
| Property Crime | 122.7 | B | 1290 | 163.6 | -25.0% |
| Rape | 10.2 | F | 29 | 3.5 | +189.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 61.3 | F | 279 | 22.3 | +175.5% |
| Burglary | 20.4 | B | 238 | 24.0 | -14.9% |
| Larceny | 102.2 | B | 964 | 116.4 | -12.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville | 14 miles | C 99.6 | C 191.0 | Violent: 62.5% lower Property: 55.7% higher |
| Amory | 28 miles | D 156.5 | D 203.5 | Violent: 41.1% lower Property: 65.9% higher |
| Eupora | 29 miles | F 190.8 | A 47.7 | Violent: 28.2% lower Property: 61.1% lower |
| Ackerman | 35 miles | A 65.2 | A 65.2 | Violent: 75.5% lower Property: 46.8% lower |
| Bruce | 37 miles | F 187.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 29.4% lower Property: N/A |