Denton, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Denton Police Department serves the city of Denton, TX in Denton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 11,206 violent crimes and 16,887 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 101.2 per 100k residents, which is 4.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 183.0 per 100k, 11.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 31 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 Rate101.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents11,206 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents614 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents284 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,180 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate183.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents16,887 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,914 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate152.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,170 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,770 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 101.2 | C | 11206 | 106.2 | -4.8% |
| Property Crime | 183.0 | C | 16887 | 163.6 | +11.8% |
| Rape | 3.9 | C | 614 | 3.5 | +9.4% |
| Robbery | 1.9 | A | 284 | 5.8 | -66.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.9 | C | 1180 | 22.3 | -1.6% |
| Burglary | 8.4 | A | 1914 | 24.0 | -65.1% |
| Larceny | 152.7 | D | 13170 | 116.4 | +31.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.3 | C | 1770 | 22.2 | -4.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 31 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Female | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 13 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyle | 1 miles | A 32.7 | A 16.3 | Violent: 67.7% lower Property: 91.1% lower |
| Lake Dallas | 1 miles | A 38.0 | A 12.7 | Violent: 62.4% lower Property: 93.1% lower |
| Pilot Point | 1 miles | A 58.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 42.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Sanger | 1 miles | C 98.6 | A 69.0 | Violent: 2.5% lower Property: 62.3% lower |
| Little Elm | 1 miles | C 116.8 | A 43.4 | Violent: 15.4% higher Property: 76.3% lower |