Berkeley, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Berkeley Police Department serves the city of Berkeley, MO in St Louis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,507 violent crimes and 2,241 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 500.7 per 100k residents, which is 371.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 463.1 per 100k, 183.1% 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 1 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 Rate500.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,507 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents99 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate112.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents632 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate463.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,241 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents386 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate187.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,060 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate237.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents764 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 500.7 | F | 1507 | 106.2 | +371.4% |
| Property Crime | 463.1 | F | 2241 | 163.6 | +183.1% |
| Robbery | 12.5 | F | 99 | 5.8 | +115.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 112.7 | F | 632 | 22.3 | +406.1% |
| Burglary | 37.5 | D | 386 | 24.0 | +56.3% |
| Larceny | 187.8 | F | 1060 | 116.4 | +61.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 237.8 | F | 764 | 22.2 | +972.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodson Terrace | 2 miles | A 51.8 | F 285.0 | Violent: 89.7% lower Property: 38.5% lower |
| Edmundson | 2 miles | C 118.8 | F 712.6 | Violent: 76.3% lower Property: 53.9% higher |
| Calverton Park | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 89.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.7% lower |
| Breckenridge Hills | 2 miles | D 138.8 | B 115.7 | Violent: 72.3% lower Property: 75.0% lower |
| St. John | 2 miles | C 124.0 | D 201.5 | Violent: 75.2% lower Property: 56.5% lower |