Gladstone, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gladstone Police Department serves the city of Gladstone, MO in Clay County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,747 violent crimes and 3,260 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 44.8 per 100k residents, which is 57.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 167.9 per 100k, 2.6% 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 5 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 AAnnual Rate44.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,747 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents364 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate167.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,260 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents370 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate134.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,277 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents599 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 44.8 | A | 1747 | 106.2 | -57.9% |
| Property Crime | 167.9 | C | 3260 | 163.6 | +2.6% |
| Rape | 3.7 | C | 67 | 3.5 | +5.5% |
| Robbery | 3.7 | A | 53 | 5.8 | -35.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 3.7 | A | 364 | 22.3 | -83.2% |
| Burglary | 3.7 | A | 370 | 24.0 | -84.5% |
| Larceny | 134.3 | C | 2277 | 116.4 | +15.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.8 | D | 599 | 22.2 | +34.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raytown | 6 miles | D 151.7 | F 334.5 | Violent: 239.0% higher Property: 99.3% higher |
| Grandview | 8 miles | D 153.9 | F 603.7 | Violent: 243.8% higher Property: 259.6% higher |
| North Kansas City | 10 miles | F 387.2 | F 860.4 | Violent: 765.0% higher Property: 412.5% higher |
| Independence | 11 miles | A 46.5 | A 105.5 | Violent: 4.0% higher Property: 37.1% lower |
| Belton | 12 miles | D 153.0 | D 198.9 | Violent: 241.8% higher Property: 18.5% higher |