Selmer, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Selmer Police Department serves the city of Selmer, TN in Mcnairy County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 619 violent crimes and 597 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 224.5 per 100k residents, which is 111.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 291.9 per 100k, 78.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate224.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents619 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate291.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents597 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate269.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents466 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 224.5 | F | 619 | 106.2 | +111.4% |
| Property Crime | 291.9 | F | 597 | 163.6 | +78.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.4 | C | 150 | 22.3 | +0.9% |
| Larceny | 269.4 | F | 466 | 116.4 | +131.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.4 | C | 59 | 22.2 | +1.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson | 17 miles | A 30.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 86.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Whiteville | 23 miles | A 43.9 | A 43.9 | Violent: 80.4% lower Property: 85.0% lower |
| Middleton | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Toone | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Savannah | 23 miles | F 233.3 | F 343.1 | Violent: 3.9% higher Property: 17.6% higher |