Benton, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Benton Police Department serves the city of Benton, TN in Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 89 violent crimes and 127 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 213.8 per 100k residents, which is 101.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 213.8 per 100k, 30.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 FAnnual Rate213.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate213.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents127 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate213.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 213.8 | F | 89 | 106.2 | +101.3% |
| Property Crime | 213.8 | D | 127 | 163.6 | +30.7% |
| Larceny | 213.8 | F | 103 | 116.4 | +83.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cleveland | 19 miles | F 182.1 | D 225.0 | Violent: 14.9% lower Property: 5.2% higher |
| Athens | 22 miles | F 179.2 | F 337.7 | Violent: 16.2% lower Property: 57.9% higher |
| Englewood | 22 miles | A 64.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 69.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Etowah | 22 miles | B 81.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 62.1% lower Property: N/A |