Orem, UT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Orem Police Department serves the city of Orem, UT in Utah County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,260 violent crimes and 8,733 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.2 per 100k residents, which is 25.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 112.0 per 100k, 31.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 17 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 BAnnual Rate79.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,260 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents291 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents341 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate112.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,733 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents730 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate95.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,271 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents713 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.2 | B | 3260 | 106.2 | -25.4% |
| Property Crime | 112.0 | B | 8733 | 163.6 | -31.6% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 291 | 3.5 | +79.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.5 | A | 341 | 22.3 | -57.3% |
| Burglary | 8.4 | A | 730 | 24.0 | -64.8% |
| Larceny | 95.1 | B | 7271 | 116.4 | -18.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.4 | A | 713 | 22.2 | -66.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 17 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 4 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 6 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindon | 3 miles | A 42.3 | C 177.7 | Violent: 46.6% lower Property: 58.8% higher |
| Pleasant Grove | 5 miles | A 37.3 | A 63.9 | Violent: 53.0% lower Property: 42.9% lower |
| Lehi | 8 miles | A 45.2 | A 67.9 | Violent: 42.9% lower Property: 39.4% lower |
| American Fork/Cedar Hills | 13 miles | A 52.8 | A 103.6 | Violent: 33.3% lower Property: 7.5% lower |
| Provo | 13 miles | A 50.6 | A 95.8 | Violent: 36.2% lower Property: 14.4% lower |