Clay County, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Clay County in AL is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 769 violent crimes and 459 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 169.8 per 100k residents, which is 59.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 23.8 per 100k, 85.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 DHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade DProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ABurglary
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Larceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 169.8 | D | 769 | 106.2 | +59.9% |
| Property Crime | 23.8 | A | 459 | 163.6 | -85.4% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 8 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 1 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.2 | D | 180 | 22.3 | +22.3% |
| Burglary | 0.0 | A | 101 | 24.0 | -100.0% |
| Larceny | 23.8 | A | 328 | 116.4 | -79.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0.0 | A | 27 | 22.2 | -100.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Clay County Sheriff's Office
Ashland Police Department
Ashland, AL
Lineville Police Department
Lineville, AL