Fairfield, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fairfield Police Department serves the city of Fairfield, AL in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 339 violent crimes and 416 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 284.0 per 100k residents, which is 167.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 416.5 per 100k, 154.6% above 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 FAnnual Rate284.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents339 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate28.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate66.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate416.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents416 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate66.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents101 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate350.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents257 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 284.0 | F | 339 | 106.2 | +167.4% |
| Property Crime | 416.5 | F | 416 | 163.6 | +154.6% |
| Homicide | 9.5 | F | 3 | 0.5 | +1677.3% |
| Robbery | 28.4 | F | 34 | 5.8 | +388.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 66.3 | F | 80 | 22.3 | +197.7% |
| Burglary | 66.3 | F | 101 | 24.0 | +175.8% |
| Larceny | 350.3 | F | 257 | 116.4 | +201.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 0 miles | F 240.2 | F 407.2 | Violent: 15.4% lower Property: 2.2% lower |
| Gardendale | 0 miles | C 110.0 | B 122.2 | Violent: 61.3% lower Property: 70.7% lower |
| Leeds | 0 miles | C 113.3 | C 161.9 | Violent: 60.1% lower Property: 61.1% lower |
| Midfield | 0 miles | A 40.4 | A 20.2 | Violent: 85.8% lower Property: 95.1% lower |
| Vestavia Hills | 0 miles | A 15.8 | A 84.5 | Violent: 94.4% lower Property: 79.7% lower |