Brenham, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Brenham Police Department serves the city of Brenham, TX in Washington County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,460 violent crimes and 1,480 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 126.0 per 100k residents, which is 18.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 199.5 per 100k, 21.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 11 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 Rate126.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,460 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents277 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate199.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,480 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents197 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate189.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,168 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents114 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 126.0 | C | 1460 | 106.2 | +18.6% |
| Property Crime | 199.5 | D | 1480 | 163.6 | +21.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.8 | F | 277 | 22.3 | +65.1% |
| Burglary | 5.3 | A | 197 | 24.0 | -78.2% |
| Larceny | 189.0 | F | 1168 | 116.4 | +62.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.3 | A | 114 | 22.2 | -76.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 4 |
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Atheism/Agnosticism | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellville | 17 miles | D 142.3 | C 189.8 | Violent: 13.0% higher Property: 4.9% lower |
| Sealy | 21 miles | A 42.7 | B 128.2 | Violent: 66.1% lower Property: 35.7% lower |
| Wallis | 21 miles | D 146.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 16.3% higher Property: N/A |
| Somerville | 26 miles | B 71.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 42.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Brookshire | 27 miles | C 104.3 | A 17.4 | Violent: 17.3% lower Property: 91.3% lower |