Velda City, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Velda City Police Department serves the city of Velda City, MO in St Louis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 433 violent crimes and 358 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 890.0 per 100k residents, which is 737.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 647.3 per 100k, 295.6% 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 Rate890.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents433 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate80.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate323.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents240 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate647.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents358 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate323.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents170 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate323.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 890.0 | F | 433 | 106.2 | +737.9% |
| Property Crime | 647.3 | F | 358 | 163.6 | +295.6% |
| Robbery | 80.9 | F | 26 | 5.8 | +1290.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 323.6 | F | 240 | 22.3 | +1354.0% |
| Larceny | 323.6 | F | 170 | 116.4 | +178.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 323.6 | F | 104 | 22.2 | +1359.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pagedale | 1 miles | D 160.1 | A 80.0 | Violent: 82.0% lower Property: 87.6% lower |
| Normandy | 1 miles | D 127.8 | D 220.7 | Violent: 85.6% lower Property: 65.9% lower |
| Northwoods | 1 miles | B 78.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 91.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Bel-Nor | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 147.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 77.2% lower |