Athens, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Athens Police Department serves the city of Athens, AL in Limestone County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,092 violent crimes and 2,623 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 125.6 per 100k residents, which is 18.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 132.2 per 100k, 19.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. 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 Rate125.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,092 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate132.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,623 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents294 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate119.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,191 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 125.6 | C | 1092 | 106.2 | +18.2% |
| Property Crime | 132.2 | B | 2623 | 163.6 | -19.2% |
| Robbery | 3.3 | A | 29 | 5.8 | -43.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.6 | A | 122 | 22.3 | -70.3% |
| Burglary | 9.9 | A | 294 | 24.0 | -58.8% |
| Larceny | 119.0 | C | 2191 | 116.4 | +2.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.3 | A | 135 | 22.2 | -85.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardmore | 1 miles | D 140.6 | B 140.6 | Violent: 11.9% higher Property: 6.3% higher |
| Madison | 14 miles | A 31.1 | A 14.7 | Violent: 75.2% lower Property: 88.8% lower |
| Trinity | 15 miles | B 78.2 | C 156.4 | Violent: 37.7% lower Property: 18.3% higher |
| Priceville | 19 miles | B 77.1 | A 25.7 | Violent: 38.6% lower Property: 80.5% lower |
| Triana | 20 miles | A 43.9 | A 87.9 | Violent: 65.0% lower Property: 33.5% lower |