Layton, UT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Layton Police Department serves the city of Layton, UT in Davis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,711 violent crimes and 7,010 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 63.9 per 100k residents, which is 39.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 97.7 per 100k, 40.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 Rate63.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,711 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents320 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate97.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,010 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents787 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate83.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,698 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents472 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 63.9 | A | 4711 | 106.2 | -39.8% |
| Property Crime | 97.7 | A | 7010 | 163.6 | -40.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.2 | A | 320 | 22.3 | -67.5% |
| Burglary | 7.2 | A | 787 | 24.0 | -69.9% |
| Larceny | 83.3 | B | 5698 | 116.4 | -28.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.2 | A | 472 | 22.2 | -67.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaysville | 3 miles | A 36.8 | A 67.4 | Violent: 42.5% lower Property: 31.0% lower |
| Clearfield | 5 miles | D 159.1 | A 88.1 | Violent: 148.8% higher Property: 9.9% lower |
| Syracuse | 6 miles | A 67.1 | A 83.2 | Violent: 4.9% higher Property: 14.9% lower |
| Sunset | 6 miles | B 75.1 | A 56.3 | Violent: 17.4% higher Property: 42.4% lower |
| Clinton | 7 miles | A 55.1 | A 50.9 | Violent: 13.8% lower Property: 47.9% lower |