Lebanon, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lebanon Police Department serves the city of Lebanon, TN in Wilson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,075 violent crimes and 4,176 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 161.4 per 100k residents, which is 52.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 129.6 per 100k, 20.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 20 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 DAnnual Rate161.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,075 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents114 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate40.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents739 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate129.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,176 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents551 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate95.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,241 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents371 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 161.4 | D | 4075 | 106.2 | +52.0% |
| Property Crime | 129.6 | B | 4176 | 163.6 | -20.8% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 114 | 3.5 | -40.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.4 | F | 739 | 22.3 | +81.3% |
| Burglary | 12.7 | A | 551 | 24.0 | -47.0% |
| Larceny | 95.6 | B | 3241 | 116.4 | -17.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.1 | B | 371 | 22.2 | -13.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 20 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 13 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Juliet | 4 miles | A 40.9 | A 72.6 | Violent: 74.7% lower Property: 43.9% lower |
| Watertown | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 186.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 44.3% higher |
| South Carthage | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 189.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 46.5% higher |
| Carthage | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 173.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 33.7% higher |
| Gordonsville | 20 miles | D 143.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 10.9% lower Property: N/A |