Belton, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Belton Police Department serves the city of Belton, MO in Cass County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,097 violent crimes and 3,169 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 153.0 per 100k residents, which is 44.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 198.9 per 100k, 21.6% 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 15 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 DAnnual Rate153.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,097 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents223 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate198.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,169 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents238 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate172.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,543 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents375 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 153.0 | D | 2097 | 106.2 | +44.0% |
| Property Crime | 198.9 | D | 3169 | 163.6 | +21.6% |
| Rape | 3.8 | C | 106 | 3.5 | +8.0% |
| Robbery | 11.5 | F | 56 | 5.8 | +97.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.9 | C | 223 | 22.3 | +3.1% |
| Burglary | 15.3 | A | 238 | 24.0 | -36.3% |
| Larceny | 172.1 | D | 2543 | 116.4 | +47.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.5 | A | 375 | 22.2 | -48.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grandview | 4 miles | D 153.9 | F 603.7 | Violent: 0.6% higher Property: 203.6% higher |
| Gladstone | 12 miles | A 44.8 | C 167.9 | Violent: 70.7% lower Property: 15.6% lower |
| Raytown | 13 miles | D 151.7 | F 334.5 | Violent: 0.8% lower Property: 68.2% higher |
| Archie | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 160.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 19.4% lower |
| Harrisonville | 15 miles | F 226.3 | F 277.8 | Violent: 48.0% higher Property: 39.7% higher |