Lake Worth, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Worth Police Department serves the city of Lake Worth, TX in Tarrant County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 311 violent crimes and 1,697 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 129.0 per 100k residents, which is 21.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 924.3 per 100k, 465.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate129.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents311 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate21.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents60 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate924.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,697 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate107.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate752.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,445 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate64.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents115 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 129.0 | D | 311 | 106.2 | +21.4% |
| Property Crime | 924.3 | F | 1697 | 163.6 | +465.0% |
| Rape | 21.5 | F | 24 | 3.5 | +507.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.0 | F | 60 | 22.3 | +93.2% |
| Burglary | 107.5 | F | 135 | 24.0 | +347.3% |
| Larceny | 752.4 | F | 1445 | 116.4 | +546.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 64.5 | F | 115 | 22.2 | +190.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sansom Park Village | 2 miles | F 207.0 | C 188.2 | Violent: 60.5% higher Property: 79.6% lower |
| River Oaks | 3 miles | A 27.2 | A 68.0 | Violent: 78.9% lower Property: 92.6% lower |
| Lakeside | 4 miles | F 251.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 94.8% higher Property: N/A |
| White Settlement | 4 miles | B 78.0 | C 161.6 | Violent: 39.5% lower Property: 82.5% lower |
| Westworth | 4 miles | C 112.9 | F 338.6 | Violent: 12.5% lower Property: 63.4% lower |