Refugio, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Refugio Police Department serves the city of Refugio, TX in Refugio County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 88 violent crimes and 139 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 108.2 per 100k residents, which is 1.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 180.3 per 100k, 10.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Larceny 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 Rate108.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate180.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents139 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate72.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate36.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate36.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 108.2 | C | 88 | 106.2 | +1.8% |
| Property Crime | 180.3 | C | 139 | 163.6 | +10.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.0 | F | 15 | 22.3 | +62.0% |
| Burglary | 72.1 | F | 35 | 24.0 | +200.1% |
| Larceny | 36.0 | A | 78 | 116.4 | -69.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 36.0 | F | 25 | 22.2 | +62.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockport | 21 miles | C 118.2 | B 109.1 | Violent: 9.2% higher Property: 39.5% lower |
| Taft | 27 miles | F 172.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 59.3% higher Property: N/A |
| Sinton | 28 miles | A 54.4 | C 163.0 | Violent: 49.7% lower Property: 9.5% lower |
| Ingleside | 30 miles | C 115.8 | C 164.1 | Violent: 7.1% higher Property: 9.0% lower |
| Gregory | 30 miles | F 173.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 60.5% higher Property: N/A |