Kemah, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kemah Police Department serves the city of Kemah, TX in Galveston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 273 violent crimes and 425 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 224.3 per 100k residents, which is 111.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 336.5 per 100k, 105.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 FAnnual Rate224.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate56.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate336.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents425 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate56.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate224.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents343 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate56.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 224.3 | F | 273 | 106.2 | +111.2% |
| Property Crime | 336.5 | F | 425 | 163.6 | +105.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 56.1 | F | 21 | 22.3 | +152.0% |
| Burglary | 56.1 | F | 45 | 24.0 | +133.4% |
| Larceny | 224.3 | F | 343 | 116.4 | +92.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 56.1 | F | 36 | 22.2 | +153.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seabrook | 2 miles | D 138.0 | B 145.2 | Violent: 38.5% lower Property: 56.8% lower |
| Dickinson | 5 miles | F 201.1 | B 109.7 | Violent: 10.4% lower Property: 67.4% lower |
| Webster | 6 miles | F 190.9 | F 506.4 | Violent: 14.9% lower Property: 50.5% higher |
| Texas City | 11 miles | F 221.1 | D 207.1 | Violent: 1.5% lower Property: 38.4% lower |
| Hitchcock | 13 miles | C 115.2 | B 140.8 | Violent: 48.6% lower Property: 58.2% lower |