Allentown, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Allentown Police Department serves the city of Allentown, PA in Lehigh County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,563 violent crimes and 8,801 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 118.6 per 100k residents, which is 11.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 144.3 per 100k, 11.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 CAnnual Rate118.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,563 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents155 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents468 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate14.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents773 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate144.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,801 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate21.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,201 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate101.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,702 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents872 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 118.6 | C | 6563 | 106.2 | +11.7% |
| Property Crime | 144.3 | B | 8801 | 163.6 | -11.8% |
| Homicide | 1.6 | F | 35 | 0.5 | +200.3% |
| Rape | 0.8 | A | 155 | 3.5 | -77.4% |
| Robbery | 8.8 | D | 468 | 5.8 | +51.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.4 | A | 773 | 22.3 | -35.2% |
| Burglary | 21.6 | C | 1201 | 24.0 | -9.9% |
| Larceny | 101.0 | B | 6702 | 116.4 | -13.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.6 | C | 872 | 22.2 | -2.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Hill | 3 miles | A 20.8 | C 166.7 | Violent: 82.4% lower Property: 15.5% higher |
| Salisbury Township | 3 miles | A 7.4 | A 14.7 | Violent: 93.8% lower Property: 89.8% lower |
| Catasauqua | 3 miles | A 30.9 | A 61.9 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 57.1% lower |
| Lower Saucon Township | 3 miles | A 18.2 | A 36.4 | Violent: 84.7% lower Property: 74.8% lower |
| Whitehall Township | 4 miles | B 79.0 | D 223.3 | Violent: 33.4% lower Property: 54.8% higher |