Sherman, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sherman Police Department serves the city of Sherman, TX in Grayson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,238 violent crimes and 4,649 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 152.4 per 100k residents, which is 43.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 104.5 per 100k, 36.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 Rate152.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,238 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents96 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents654 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate104.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,649 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,197 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate30.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,965 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents468 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 152.4 | D | 4238 | 106.2 | +43.5% |
| Property Crime | 104.5 | A | 4649 | 163.6 | -36.1% |
| Rape | 6.5 | F | 163 | 3.5 | +84.6% |
| Robbery | 4.3 | B | 96 | 5.8 | -25.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.2 | B | 654 | 22.3 | -31.5% |
| Burglary | 45.7 | F | 1197 | 24.0 | +90.2% |
| Larceny | 30.5 | A | 2965 | 116.4 | -73.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.1 | C | 468 | 22.2 | +17.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collinsville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Denison | 0 miles | A 36.7 | A 58.7 | Violent: 75.9% lower Property: 43.8% lower |
| Pottsboro | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Van Alstyne | 0 miles | A 41.6 | A 13.9 | Violent: 72.7% lower Property: 86.7% lower |
| Whitesboro | 0 miles | C 113.7 | A 22.8 | Violent: 25.4% lower Property: 78.2% lower |