Watauga, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Watauga Police Department serves the city of Watauga, TX in Tarrant County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,109 violent crimes and 1,604 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.5 per 100k residents, which is 42.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 127.3 per 100k, 22.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 AAnnual Rate61.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,109 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate17.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents126 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate127.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,604 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents225 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate87.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,209 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate35.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents166 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.5 | A | 1109 | 106.2 | -42.1% |
| Property Crime | 127.3 | B | 1604 | 163.6 | -22.2% |
| Rape | 17.6 | F | 37 | 3.5 | +396.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.2 | A | 126 | 22.3 | -40.8% |
| Burglary | 4.4 | A | 225 | 24.0 | -81.7% |
| Larceny | 87.8 | B | 1209 | 116.4 | -24.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.1 | D | 166 | 22.2 | +58.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 12 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Mound | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 43.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 65.9% lower |
| Colleyville | 6 miles | A 19.4 | A 31.1 | Violent: 68.4% lower Property: 75.6% lower |
| Saginaw | 7 miles | B 84.6 | B 111.5 | Violent: 37.7% higher Property: 12.4% lower |
| Bedford | 7 miles | C 103.8 | D 203.3 | Violent: 68.8% higher Property: 59.8% higher |
| Benbrook | 7 miles | A 36.9 | D 257.9 | Violent: 40.0% lower Property: 102.6% higher |