Canton, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Canton Police Department serves the city of Canton, TX in Van Zandt County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 0 violent crimes and 558 property crimes. Property crime averages 253.9 per 100k, 55.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate253.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents558 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate211.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents416 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Crime | 253.9 | D | 558 | 163.6 | +55.2% |
| Burglary | 42.3 | F | 107 | 24.0 | +76.1% |
| Larceny | 211.6 | F | 416 | 116.4 | +81.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Grand Saline | 0 miles | A 30.6 | A 61.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.9% lower |
| Van | 0 miles | A 34.6 | A 69.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 72.8% lower |
| Wills Point | 0 miles | B 74.6 | A 24.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 90.2% lower |
| Mineola | 22 miles | B 78.5 | D 235.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 7.2% lower |