Independence, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Independence Police Department serves the city of Independence, OH in Cuyahoga County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 255 violent crimes and 632 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 39.9 per 100k residents, which is 62.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 106.4 per 100k, 35.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 AAnnual Rate39.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents255 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate106.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents632 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate79.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents564 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 39.9 | A | 255 | 106.2 | -62.4% |
| Property Crime | 106.4 | B | 632 | 163.6 | -35.0% |
| Larceny | 79.8 | B | 564 | 116.4 | -31.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.6 | C | 45 | 22.2 | +19.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Hills | 2 miles | A 8.7 | A 86.7 | Violent: 78.3% lower Property: 18.5% lower |
| Garfield Heights | 3 miles | F 207.8 | C 176.6 | Violent: 420.9% higher Property: 66.0% higher |
| Brooklyn Heights | 4 miles | A 67.8 | A 67.8 | Violent: 70.0% higher Property: 36.3% lower |
| Brecksville | 4 miles | A 7.4 | A 59.3 | Violent: 81.4% lower Property: 44.3% lower |
| Parma | 5 miles | A 33.0 | A 35.5 | Violent: 17.4% lower Property: 66.6% lower |