Palmview, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Palmview Police Department serves the city of Palmview, TX in Hidalgo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,205 violent crimes and 1,232 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 126.0 per 100k residents, which is 18.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 94.5 per 100k, 42.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate126.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,205 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents30 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents316 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate94.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,232 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents301 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate56.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents834 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 126.0 | C | 1205 | 106.2 | +18.6% |
| Property Crime | 94.5 | A | 1232 | 163.6 | -42.3% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 30 | 3.5 | +78.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.9 | B | 316 | 22.3 | -15.1% |
| Burglary | 31.5 | D | 301 | 24.0 | +31.1% |
| Larceny | 56.7 | A | 834 | 116.4 | -51.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.3 | A | 92 | 22.2 | -71.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmhurst | 6 miles | B 77.3 | F 928.1 | Violent: 38.6% lower Property: 882.3% higher |
| Hidalgo | 11 miles | B 95.5 | B 129.6 | Violent: 24.2% lower Property: 37.2% higher |
| Edcouch | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Edinburg | 16 miles | F 180.0 | C 163.9 | Violent: 42.9% higher Property: 73.5% higher |
| Elsa | 16 miles | F 176.6 | F 300.2 | Violent: 40.2% higher Property: 217.7% higher |