Palestine, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Palestine Police Department serves the city of Palestine, TX in Anderson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,951 violent crimes and 2,066 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 135.5 per 100k residents, which is 27.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 119.8 per 100k, 26.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 12 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 DAnnual Rate135.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,951 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents101 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents394 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate119.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,066 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents441 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate99.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,442 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents167 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 135.5 | D | 1951 | 106.2 | +27.6% |
| Property Crime | 119.8 | B | 2066 | 163.6 | -26.7% |
| Rape | 10.4 | F | 101 | 3.5 | +194.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.8 | C | 394 | 22.3 | -6.4% |
| Burglary | 5.2 | A | 441 | 24.0 | -78.3% |
| Larceny | 99.0 | B | 1442 | 116.4 | -14.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.6 | B | 167 | 22.2 | -29.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 12 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rusk | 29 miles | D 163.5 | B 109.0 | Violent: 20.7% higher Property: 9.0% lower |
| Jacksonville | 29 miles | D 146.8 | D 202.7 | Violent: 8.3% higher Property: 69.1% higher |
| Cuney | 29 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Teague | 30 miles | F 200.6 | D 200.6 | Violent: 48.0% higher Property: 67.4% higher |
| Wortham | 30 miles | C 98.3 | A 98.3 | Violent: 27.4% lower Property: 18.0% lower |