Denison, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Denison Police Department serves the city of Denison, TX in Grayson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,364 violent crimes and 1,996 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 36.7 per 100k residents, which is 65.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 58.7 per 100k, 64.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 AAnnual Rate36.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,364 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents310 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate58.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,996 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents414 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate25.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,244 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents328 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 36.7 | A | 1364 | 106.2 | -65.5% |
| Property Crime | 58.7 | A | 1996 | 163.6 | -64.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.0 | A | 310 | 22.3 | -50.6% |
| Burglary | 25.7 | C | 414 | 24.0 | +6.9% |
| Larceny | 25.7 | A | 1244 | 116.4 | -77.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.7 | A | 328 | 22.2 | -83.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collinsville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pottsboro | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sherman | 0 miles | D 152.4 | A 104.5 | Violent: 315.4% higher Property: 78.0% higher |
| Van Alstyne | 0 miles | A 41.6 | A 13.9 | Violent: 13.5% higher Property: 76.4% lower |
| Whitesboro | 0 miles | C 113.7 | A 22.8 | Violent: 210.1% higher Property: 61.2% lower |